Positions Available at WFCR

FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR: WFCR-FM, public radio for western New England, licensed to the University of Massachusetts Amherst, seeks an experienced marketing professional to serve as the station’s Marketing and Communications Director.  As a member of a fast-paced development team, this position is charged with enhancing the visibility of the station in support of financial development and programming efforts.

The ideal candidate will be creative, articulate, and detail-oriented; demonstrate a high level of skill in planning and implementing marketing strategies; have a comprehensive understanding of the role of marketing in financial development; have an appreciation for the role of public radio in the communities of western New England; and have facility with electronic communication and web management.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and training, plus 3-5 years experience in marketing or related area. Possess a detailed knowledge of strategic marketing principles and promotional strategies.  Demonstrated skills with online and e-communications systems and proficiency with online-related software. Excellent communication, project management, and budgeting skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.

WFCR is located in the heart of the Connecticut River Valley of western Massachusetts, a region renowned for distinguished educational institutions and a vibrant artistic and cultural life. Amherst is quintessentially New England with easy access to major metropolitan centers of the Northeast.

Salary: $38,500 - $48,100 (normal starting salary $38,500 - $43,300). Excellent benefits.

Send cover letter, resume and writing sample to Search R31848, Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Building, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003. Review of applications will begin May 5, 2008 and continue until position is filled.

Women and Members of Minority Groups are Encouraged to Apply. The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

MARKETING CONSULTANT/SALES REPRESENTATIVE: WFCR-FM, NPR News and Music for Western New England, seeks a creative, experienced, energetic, well organized and highly motivated individual to join our Corporate Marketing team. Ideally, this individual will be a public radio listener and supporter.
 
We’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running.  A media consultant is required to work independently, develop new prospects, maintain a client database, set-up appointments, assess client needs, secure underwriting contracts, achieve individual monthly budget goals, and develop on-air mentions that meet client needs and FCC /WFCR regulations.

PROGRAMMING
CLASSICAL FILL-IN MUSIC ANNOUNCER: 88.5FM WFCR seeks fill-in classical music announcers. Applicants must know the genre. Radio experience preferred but not necessary. Weekends and flexible schedule preferred. Contact Helen Barrington, WFCR Program Director, Hampshire House, 131 County Circle, Amherst, MA 01003

RADIO HOST 88.5 WFCR, NPR News and Music for Western New England, seeks a creative, motivated news anchor to fill-in, part time in its news department. Experience hosting live newscasts, writing news copy, plus ability to meet specific network cues a must. Responsibilities include hosting, spot production, digital editing, and writing. Direct experience in a newsroom meeting daily broadcast deadlines is necessary. Send resume and air check to WFCR, Hampshire House, Amherst, MA 01003