Student Assistant - WOLF Radio: Production Director

University of West Georgia; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The University of West Georgia is offering a part-time Student Assistant position, specifically the WOLF Radio: Production Director. The role involves maintaining production spaces, developing content, and training others on production practices. Candidates must be currently enrolled, maintain a GPA of 2.0, and have completed certain communication courses.

As part of the job, you will creatively manage radio production and lead efforts in promoting local artists and events.

Qualifications

• Enrolled at UWG in a minimum of 6 credit hours.
• Minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Must maintain a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production spaces and equipment.
• Develop content ideas for production pieces.
• Train others on production practices.
• Write clear copy for production campaigns.
• Create imaging campaigns.

Skills

Leadership

Research Skills

Adobe Audition

Education

Completed relevant courses at UWG

Job description

Job Title: Student Assistant - WOLF Radio: Production Director

Location: UWG Recruiting Location

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 299650

About Us

Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia—a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 16,000+ students and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student‑centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post‑graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first‑choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University’s mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.

Responsibilities

• Apply current tools and technology and exhibit work ethic to regularly maintain production spaces and equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Conduct research internally and externally to develop content ideas for production pieces.
• Demonstrate leadership in training others on production practices and policies.
• Write correct and clear copy for production campaigns appropriate to the audiences and purposes they serve.
• Think critically, creatively, and independently to create imaging campaigns including but not limited to station branding, local artist promotion, and event promotion.
• Lead leadership and professional training session for Production work with WITs and other members.
• Demonstrate professionalism and work ethic in attending staff leadership and job skill enhancement trainings, as well as meetings with On Air Personalities.
• Apply current tools and technologies to assist with station remotes and events.
• Utilize teamwork and leadership to train and mentor staff and volunteers.
• Adhere to all Policy and Procedures.
• Report any and all violations to GM and OM.

Required Qualifications

• All students must have completed one or more of the following courses: In house WIT Training Course, COMM 3351‑Radio Program Production, COMM‑3352 Fundamentals of Television Production, COMM‑3353 Fundamentals of Film & Video Production, COMM 4421‑Radio Practicum, COMM 4485 Sports Communication, and COMM‑3354 Digital Social Media & Society.
• Student must be enrolled at UWG in a minimum for 6 credit hours and have a 2.0 GPA.
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Frequently moves Audio/Visual equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus for various classrooms and events needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled with Adobe Audition.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume

Optional Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.