[van-announce] JOB POSTING: CJSF Spoken Word Coordinator

[spokenword]

JOB POSTING				CJSF CAMPUS and COMMUNITY RADIO
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	***** SPOKEN WORD COORDINATOR*****

 CJSF is a campus/community radio station located at Simon Fraser
University in Burnaby, BC.  CJSF is volunteer-run, grassroots station that
provides music, public affairs, informational and cultural programming on
issues and viewpoints which are underrepresented in mainstream media.
CJSF works in the interests of people, not profit and serves both the SFU
campus and the surrounding off-campus community.  The station currently
broadcasts on the internet (www.cjsf.bc.ca), on Cable FM, on AM in SFU
residences and was recently approved for a licence and frequency at 90.1
FM (450 watts).

The Spoken Word Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of Spoken Word
programming.  S/He works closely with other staff and volunteers,
including the Programming Coordinator and Programming Committee to fulfil
this objective. The Spoken Word Coordinator acts as a resource for
volunteers by offering training and support in producing Spoken Word
content and related departmental activities. The coordinator facilitates
the goals of Spoken Word volunteers and ensures access to the necessary
tools to accomplish these goals.

 This position will include organizing spoken word programming and the
station for the transition to the FM band.  The Spoken word coordinator is
one of 4 paid staff, and is a member of the executive committee, which
meets bi-weekly, to coordinate the day to day operations of the station.

 At least 25% of CJSF programming is spoken word programming. Spoken word
programming at CJSF covers various underrepresented issues and
communities, including but not limited to; indedpendent arts and culture,
environmental, Queer, First Nations, local and global human rights and
social justice, ethnic and third languag programming. The format includes
news, interviews, panels, documentaries, readings, live performances and
other creative means.


 DUITES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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- Recruit, train and coordinate volunteers interested/involved in
  spoken word programming

- Participate in the programming committee, which includes reviewing new
   program proposals and allocation of timeslots, current program reviews,
   long term programming visioning

- In conjuction with the programming committee, ensure CJSF's Spoken Word
  programming adheres to CJSF's mandate and CRTC regulations

- Provide spoken word specific training including: technical, interview
 techniques, research, producing a show, how to write for radio etc

- Identify and recruit (both on and off campus) to fill needed gaps in
spoken word programming

- Coordinate work study employees and other temporary positions
involved in the department

- Help in the initiation and coordination of spoken word collectives

- Acquire and maintain syndicated programming subscriptions an maintain
  the spoken word library

- Maintain accessible resources for programmers, including the Public
  Service Announcement binder, information boxes, magazines etc

- Maintain connections to other on and off campus organizations

- Support and plan special days of programming in conjunction with the
  programming committee

- Coordinate other station activities and events in conjuction with the
  executive committee


 SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
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- commitment to non-commercial, independent media
- excellent interpersonal, communication and motivational skills
- well organized with a collaborative working style
- ability to work well in a busy, volunteer atmosphere
- self motivated, flexible
- listening skills, tact, conflict resolution skills,
- hold vision for station
- computer and basic radio/audio production skills
- experience with community organizations and independent media
- proven ability to share acquired knowledge and skills to a diverse
    range of people
- knowledge of interview skills and techniques, and production of
 spoken word radio programming
- experience coordinating volunteers


Hours: 15 hours/week
Start date: 2nd week in October, 2002.
Wage: $750/month

Please send resume with cover letter to:
         Hiring Committee
         CJSF Radio, TC 216, Simon Fraser University
         Burnaby, BC   V5A 1S6
         Fax:  604.291.3695

 Deadline to receive applications: Friday, Sept 30, 2002.  Noon.
 Late applications will not be accepted.
 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 This is an unionized position with CUPE 3338.

 CJSF is an affirmative action employer. CJSF encourages
 applications from individuals from traditionally disadvantaged groups
 including, but not limited to First Nations, women, queer folks,
 persons of colour and people with disAbilities.  Applicants who wish to
 be considered for affirmative action should discuss this in their cover
 letter.