SPECIALIST MUSIC DJ

Duties

• Presents a programme with a specific musical genre
• Operates all the technical equipment (microphones, CD players, mixer, Jazler touch screen, studio phone, computer)
• Reads the weather forecast
• Brings in the news on the hour
• Ensures all advertisements, sponsorship announcements, community spotlights and other presenters’ promos are aired at the right times
• Abides by TFM’s Code of Practice regarding inappropriate language and comments
• Promotes our Vision ands Values
• Arranges a swift, efficient changeover at start and end of shift

 

Personal Specification

• For its second broadcast, Thornbury FM is particularly interested in DJs that specialise in the following music styles:-
  R&B, Jazz
  
• At the same time we are open to other ideas. Many similar stations have the following specialist music:-
  Rock & Roll, Folk, Classical, Gospel, Disco
  
• However we will consider any proposal sympathetically, including music types not mentioned above.
• Desirable Personal Characteristics:-
• Punctual
• Calm nature, not easily flustered
• Friendly and easy-going
• Attention to detail
• Good co-ordination
• Good timing
• Likes technology
• Knowledgeable about music speciality

 

Other Matters

All Volunteers

• Must join Thornbury FM - annual subscription rates apply
• Must be able to get to studio or meeting place in Thornbury on time

Volunteer Specialist Music DJ

• Technical training will be provided (not accredited)
• Must receive child-safe training and be CRB checked
• Must be able to give a minimum of 2 hours during each week of broadcast
• Must be prepared to assist with reception or other duties
• Bad language is not allowed, and only “clean” recorded music can be used that is suitable for public broadcast

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