Issue 0003

Now Hiring

I like my job but like any radio person I check the job trade listings almost everyday... There is jack shit out there right now. The postings below are from http://www.allaccess.com/ I will bold the points the I find interesting

Board Op
“Top level technical producer / board op wanted for highly popular radio show located in the east coast. Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to) content production, live on-air console operation, audio production, voice track editing, checking and operating of various radio equipment, etc. At least 5 years experience is required. Must be able to think and react quickly, have excellent communication skills, professionalism and creativity. Please note “East Coast Tech Producer” in subject line.

The board op of a radio show is considered an entry level position a lot of times... It is an important job but 5 F'N years experience! Are you kidding? Here is the problem... They will get it... Right now getting a gig is so hard that a guy who has skills in this business will have to take this at the state minimum wage

DENVER RADIO SALES - DENVER RADIO SALES
You do sales?You have Denver based market experience?You have established relationships with marketing partners who know you?You tired of working your rear end off for 15% commission on your hard work?Feel slighted?Feel taken for granted?Wish you had other options?Wish you could get half of all sales you brought to the table?Not a typo - I did say 'half' - as in 50%.Where we're at is where its going...if you're motivated, hungry (same thing I guess), and want MORE out of the hard work you do in pounding the pavement each day, then not only do we want to speak with you, but you absolutely want to speak with us.

This is what the trades are littered with... Sales. Radio sales is the same as any other sales... A bunch of scum bags sitting there trying to sell... poorly at that. The bulk that I had encountered in the past looked like date rapists but socially less dignified.

KSL Corp. On-Call Receptionist
POSITION OBJECTIVE: Project a professional company image by answering all telephone calls promptly and courteously, channeling calls correctly, and announcing guests to appropriate party. Serve visitors by greeting, welcoming, and/or directing them. Accurately maintaining sign in/out log regarding arrival of visitors and incoming/outgoing merchandise. Adhere to company security policies regarding people entering and/or leaving the premises. *Note: Management will assign responsibilities on a regular and/or rotating basis depending upon the need and proven capabilities and the need to provide expertise for the future. The receptionist may be assigned to help at any receptionist desk.

I bolded all of this one... This is not anything that should be on a radio trade site... Hire a temp you pricks
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Ok, you get the idea... This is where we are in radio right now... Board ops, sales reps, and receptionists... the rest is on automation. Until people start taking chances again and hiring the human element, all of us will be stuck with the same old crap on the radio dial.