Hi Lois - a dedicated Media forum would be useful to put posts like this.
I've just received this email from Scott Fugate who is the the Station Manager/Program Director of WBCX 89.1 FM in Gainesville Georgia. Their programming ranges from classic & traditional jazz, contemporary jazz, smooth jazz, world influenced jazz and acid jazz.
Please read on....
Interested in being a radio DJ?
WBCX, 89.1 FM is holding auditions / training sessions for new on-air talent. These sessions will take place once each month, typically on the second Saturday. The next session will be held on Saturday, Jan. 17 from noon to 3:00 PM. This session is open to anyone interested in being a volunteer DJ on WBCX – a non-commercial radio station broadcasting from the campus of Brenau University in Gainesville GA.
No radio experience is necessary . . . but each applicant must fit the following requirements: Must be between the ages of 18 and 85; possess creativity, passion, musical knowledge, vocal enthusiasm, a sense of humor, a fairly large collection of CD's and albums, a willingness to learn, and a strong sense of commitment.
The broadcast range of WBCX covers NE Atlanta (from I-20 on the east to I-75 on the west – and most areas north of 285) and much of North Georgia . . . even up into the Carolina's and into Downtown Atlanta (on a good evening). The WBCX format is eclectic, alternative, and non-commercial – including music and programming from throughout the jazz and
classical continuum. (i.e., rag, blues, gospel, Dixieland, swing,big band, be-bop, cool, hard & post bop, free, fusion, funk, Latin, Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, Asian, Indian, Indigenous, Celtic, African, European, world grooves, ambient, acoustic, a cappella, new age, chill out, down tempo, contemporary jazz, modern jazz, smooth jazz, traditional jazz, straight ahead jazz, acid jazz, nu-jazz, classical, orchestral, chamber music, opera, sacred, choral, Broadway, film scores, jam bands, rare grooves, trip hop, drum n'bass, deep house, soul, R&B, neo-soul, trance, techno, electro, etc. . .to name a few) The audition / training session will include an interactive presentation on radio broadcasting, as well as the specifics of our format, mission, and focus at 89.1 WBCX. There will also be some interactive vocal, physical, improvisational and communicative exercises.
If selected, further training will be required and provided prior to hosting your own show -- including opportunities to Co-host different programs, and produce at least one demo in your chosen format.
Training opportunities are open to a maximum of 6 people per month. First come, first serve. If interested, please call and reserve your appointment today!
Call Scott at 770-538-4708 for appointments, details, or more information.
J. Scott Fugate
Station Manager / Program Director
WBCX 89.1 FM
Brenau University
One Centennial Circle
Gainesville GA 30501
Phone: (770) 538-4708
sfugate@lib.brenau.edu
http://www.brenau.edu/about/wbcx/
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