Stud-Reg Student Announcer

Andrews University; Berrien Springs (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Andrews University’s WAUS is seeking a Classical Announcer to host live and recorded classical music, delivering informative commentary and presenting content across broadcast and digital channels.

The role emphasizes researching composers and performances, producing podcast and website content, and collaborating with station teams while maintaining a professional on-air presence. Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in radio broadcasting, podcasting, audio production, or media hosting.
• Strong knowledge of classical music history, repertoire, composers, and performers.
• Experience in public media or nonprofit arts organizations.

Responsibilities

• On-Air Presentation: Host live and prerecorded classical music programming and provide commentary.
• Content Creation: Research and produce original classical music and arts-related content for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with programming, marketing, and development teams to support station initiatives and audience growth.
• Monitor schedule changes and ensure alignment with FCC and station guidelines.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Research skills

Storytelling

Content management

Social media

Independent work

Team collaboration

Flexible hours

Tools

Adobe Audition

Audacity

CMS

Broadcast automation

Podcast production

Job description

The Classical Announcer serves as an on-air host, storyteller, and digital content producer for our public radio classical music service. This role combines engaging live and recorded presentation with the creation of compelling multimedia content that connects audiences to classical music, arts, culture, and community events. The ideal candidate is a knowledgeable and enthusiastic communicator who can present classical music with warmth, accuracy, and accessibility across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms.

Qualifications summary

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research, writing, and storytelling abilities.
• Experience with digital content management and social media platforms.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Duties and responsibilities

On-Air Presentation

• Host live and prerecorded classical music programming.
• Introduce music selections with engaging, informative, and concise commentary.
• Provide accurate information about composers, artists, recordings, and performances.
• Deliver station identification, underwriting acknowledgments, promotional announcements, and public service messages in accordance with FCC and station guidelines.
• Maintain a consistent, professional on-air sound aligned with the station's mission and brand.
• Monitor broadcast operations and respond appropriately to scheduling, technical, or programming changes.

Content Creation

• Research,, and produce original classical music and arts-related content for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Develop content for the station website, newsletters, podcasts, and streaming platforms.
• Produce audio segments, promotional spots, and special programming content.
• Collaborate with programming, marketing, and development teams to support station initiatives and audience growth.

Supervisory responsibilities

None

WAUS - Stud-Reg Student Announcer

Job Classification

Student-Regular

Position summary

The Classical Announcer serves as an on-air host, storyteller, and digital content producer for our public radio classical music service. This role combines engaging live and recorded presentation with the creation of compelling multimedia content that connects audiences to classical music, arts, culture, and community events. The ideal candidate is a knowledgeable and enthusiastic communicator who can present classical music with warmth, accuracy, and accessibility across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience in radio broadcasting, podcasting, audio production, or media hosting.
• Strong knowledge of classical music history, repertoire, composers, and performers
• Experience in public media or nonprofit arts organizations.

Technical competencies

• Audio editing and production experience using tools such as Adobe Audition, Audacity, or similar software.
• Experience with content management systems, podcast production, and digital analytics.
• Knowledge of music scheduling and broadcast automation systems.
• Familiarity with public radio fundraising and audience engagement practices.

Interpersonal interactions

• Weekly Meeting with staff
• Attend Station events -- duties as assigned
• Much of the work is solo/unsupervised, but expect to interact with station team membnerts an a regular basis.
• Interaction with the public directly is only a part of Specific Everts

Physical demands

Minimal physical labor, but may include

• minor lifting boxes, moving furniture and equipmenmt
• light cleaning/trash removal etc.

Work environment

Quiet Studio