September 2020

22Sep2020

Job Posting: Live-to-Air Sound Engineer (P/T 1-year contract)

Live-to-Air Sound Engineer

Accountable to the Executive Director, the Live-to-Air Sound Engineer will support the community programming initiative outlined in the CRFC Radiometers grant – this program will have a strong focus on creating connections with local businesses, musicians, and non-profit organizations throughout the Southern Alberta region and turning that content into a weekly 3hr radio program.

Specific areas of responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Coordinating with the Community Content Coordinator and facilitating two monthly studio session recordings;
Mixing of all audio recorded from studio sessions for live-to-air and compilation CD purposes;
Coordinating and communicating regularly with the Community Content Creator to schedule studio sessions and live interviews;
Ongoing project-related marketing efforts (social media, print, on-air);
Recording and running live sound at annual Indigenous, Femme, POC, and LGBTQ2S+ showcase music events;
Assisting with annual on-air FUNdrive marketing materials (i.e. PSAs, stingers, Station IDs, ADs, radio plays, etc.).

Qualifications:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work with staff teams and volunteers
Strong working knowledge of radio broadcast equipment, in particular Live-to-Air production
Strong working knowledge of audio production (mixing, mastering, live multi-track recording)
Demonstrates an eclectic and unbiased knowledge of music
Strong problem solving and multitasking skills
Video editing skills considered an asset

Application Deadline: September 29, 2020 at 8PM
Compensation: $16.50/hr for 15hrs/wk
Contract timeframe: 1 year contract (October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021)

Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. All are thanked for applying, but only those who are considered for an interview will be contacted.

CKXU 88.3 FM is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

22Sep2020

Job Posting: Community Content Creator (P/T 1-year contract)

Community Content Creator

Accountable to the Executive Director the Community Content Creator will support the community programming initiative outlined in the CRFC Radiometers grant – this program will have a strong focus on creating connections with local businesses, musicians, and non-profit organizations throughout the Southern Alberta region and turning that content into a weekly 3hr radio program.

Specific areas of responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Planning and facilitation of a weekly 3hr radio programming with a focus on local and underrepresented bands, CKXU volunteers, and community opportunities and events;
Liaising with Southern Alberta bands to schedule studio sessions and live interviews (preference will be given to bands who identify as underrepresented);
Assist with coordination and booking for annual Indigenous, Femme, POC, and LGBTQ2S+ showcase music events;
Communicating with participating bands relating to their studio sessions and interviews, mixed tracks, and showcase music event bookings;
Coordinating and communicating regularly with the Live-To-Air Sound Engineer to schedule studio sessions and live interviews;
Ongoing project-related marketing efforts (social media, print, on-air).

Qualifications:

Excellent time management and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong working knowledge of radio broadcast equipment
Demonstrated ability to work with staff teams and volunteers
Experience coordinating and planning a live-to-air radio program
Experience and knowledge in the areas of community outreach and networking
Demonstrates an eclectic and unbiased knowledge of music
Video editing skills considered an asset

Application Deadline: September 29, 2020 at 8PM
Compensation: $16.50/hr for 25hrs/wk
Contract timeframe: 1 year contract (October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021)

Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. All are thanked for applying, but only those who are considered for an interview will be contacted.

11Sep2020

CKXU’s Virtual 2020 AGM

CKXU will be hosting its 2020 Annual General Meeting VIRTUALLY on September 27, 2020 from 11am to 1pm via Zoom. We ask that all members of the society (general members, volunteers, programmers, supporters, etc.) attend the virtual AGM to get some important updates about what staff, volunteers and the board have been up to in this crazy 2019/2020 year! Although AGM will look a bit different this year, we’ve been working hard to try and make the experience as enjoyable as possible for all attendees! Listed below is some important information about these changes:

MEMBERSHIP FEES:
Membership Fees for the 2020/2021 year will look a bit different! This year, we ask that you please pay your 2020/2021 CKXU Membership via our online store. It’s fast, easy, and ensures your member-in-good-standing status for AGM! Purchase your 2020/21 CKXU Membership via our online store! It’s never been easier to show your support for your local campus-community radio all while gaining access to a plethora of training, opportunities, and events!
Click here to purchase your 2020/2021 Membership!

PLEASE NOTE: CKXU’s Operations Director, Imogen, will be in-touch to collect necessary Member Information and ensure that you receive your updated 2020/2021 CKXU Membership Card once you have paid your fees. Your Membership Fees MUST be paid by Friday September 25, 2020 if you would like to be considered a voting member-in-good-standing at AGM. If you have any questions about Membership Fees for the 2020/2021 year, please contact [email protected].

BOD NOMINATIONS:
At the upcoming meeting, we will be electing THREE (3) new Directors to the Board. If you are interested in becoming a nominee for the 2020-2022 term, please complete the 2020 BOD Nomination Form and submit it via email to [email protected]. Completed Nomination Forms that are received prior to September 18, 2020 at 8PM will be shared with the Membership prior to the AGM.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the virtual nature of this AGM, board nomination votes will be run through Zoom’s anonymous polling system. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, please reach out prior to the meeting.

ACCESSING THE VIRTUAL AGM:
Friendly reminder that AGM attendance is MANDATORY for all volunteers and programmers!

In order to participate as a voting member, you MUST have your Membership fee paid in full by September 25, 2020 and will need to be added to the Membership mailing list to receive the Zoom meeting link. If you are not already on our Membership mailing list, please contact Imogen at [email protected] for additional information about accessing the 2020 AGM!