Radio/TV Assistant

Lafayette School Corporation; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A local education institution in Indiana is looking for a Radio/TV Assistant to support the Radio/TV program at Lafayette Jefferson High School. Responsibilities include overseeing the operation of WJEF-FM, assisting with video production, and supervising students. The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma and technical skills in media equipment and software. This position offers 29 hours per week at a wage of $15.40 per hour and includes benefits like PTO.

Qualifications

• Monitor daily operation of WJEF-FM and troubleshoot technical problems.
• Assist in video recording and editing for classroom presentations.
• Substitute for the teacher during RTV classes as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the overall operation of the Radio/TV program.
• Supervise students during RTV operations.
• Organize daily announcements and answer phone calls.

Skills

Technical problem troubleshooting

Video editing

Organizational skills

Supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Digital Jukebox

RockIt DJ Pro

Pro Tools

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Radio/TV Assistant
• Date Posted: 4/23/2025
• Location: Lafayette Jefferson High School

Position Title: Radio/TV Assistant

Hours: 8:30am-2:45pm Monday through Friday when school is in session (29 Hours per week)

Wage: $15.40 per hour

Benefits: PTO

Primary Function

The Radio/TV Assistant works directly under the supervision of the Radio/TV teacher. The assistant is responsible for assisting with the overall operation of the Radio/TV program at Jefferson High School.

Reports To

The Program Aide works under the supervision of the Radio/TV instructor and ultimately reports directly to the building administrator or their designee.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma

Performance Responsibilities

Typical duties assigned to the Radio/TV Assistant may include, but are not limited to the following:

Radio

• Monitor daily operation of WJEF-FM
• Troubleshoot and correct technical problems that occur
• Proof WJEF-FM Program and Transmitter logs for errors as per FCC law
• Organize and check WJEF-FM Emergency Alert logs as per FCC law
• Maintain program log archive as per FCC law
• Assist with the installation of radio equipment
• Train radio assistants and monitor the assistants’ operation of WJEF-FM
• Schedule sign‑up sheets for after‑school music/game broadcast shifts
• Supervise students during after‑school music shifts as necessary
• Produce and schedule weekly Coaches’ Show for WJEF (when produced)
• Work evening and weekend control room supervising shifts as needed (additional pay)
• Be on call for radio station problems
• Learn and have working knowledge of Digital Jukebox, RockIt DJ Pro, and Pro Tools software.
• Assist with and record voice tracks for WJEF automation program

Television

• On call for teachers in classrooms to troubleshoot technical problems
• Record off‑air program requests for corporate staff and facility within copyright guidelines
• (cable and DirecTV)
• Assist in arranging for the recording of classroom presentations, guest speakers, and student teachers
• Working knowledge of Final Cut Pro editing software
• Assist student teachers with classroom recording and editing
• Check out and keep track of video cameras/equipment for staff and students
• Make video copies for staff members and students/LSC
• Clean and do minimal light maintenance on equipment
• Assist with the installation of new equipment
• Operation of the Jefferson HS IPTV Channel
• Assist in troubleshooting technical problems in television control
• Assist teachers with problems related to video playback from computers/LCD projectors
• Deliver and set up video equipment for classroom teachers as requested.
• Assist LSC staff members with video production as needed (Kindergarten Video)

LA Fayette Educational Access Channel 5

• Type and update information screens on Educational Access Channel 5
• Supervise and monitor Educational Access Channel 5 for technical problems and consult Comcast Cable as necessary

Radio/Television Classroom

• Substitute when the teacher is out of the facility at meetings or absent, allowing class to continue as usual (this will usually be during the RTV class only)
• Write passes for students for access to the facility

Mass Media Class

• Assist with the production unit during the second nine‑week period
• Assist with student auditions for the RTV class
• Assist with classroom operations when needed

RTV Class

• Help supervise all RTV students. Assist with the instruction and operation of radio and television equipment.
• Instruct radio students on the operation of WJEF-FM, filling out the program log, transmitter log and following music rotation
• Assist students with project production as necessary—video editing and recording
• Keep current with the use of Final Cut Studio software
• Assist with classroom operations
• Be familiar with different video files and the use of iDVD software; DVD production and copying.

Administrative

• Organize and be responsible for daily announcements at the beginning of the 2nd period
• Answer the telephone, screen calls, and take messages
• Call for new equipment price quotes as necessary
• Call equipment manufacturers for repairs on equipment
• Greet visitors to Radio/Television
• Conduct tours of the facility

Miscellaneous

• Record hourly attendance when necessary
• Confer with the Director of Radio/TV daily on the operation of the Radio/TV facility
• Access to staff and students without disrupting the teacher and class