What are the responsibilities and job description for the East Valley Institute of Technology is hiring : Radio Sales Independent Contracto position at East Valley Institute of Technology?
Position Type :
Independent Contractor / Independent Underwriting and Sponsorship Contractor
Date Posted : 2 / 18 / 2025
Location :
East Valley Institute of Technology- Main Campus General Information
East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) is a career technical school that provides high school and adult students with advanced skills and training needed to thrive in today's competitive job market. EVIT offers 50 career technical education programs, as well as Associate degrees in Nursing and Surgical Technology. EVIT prepares students for state and national licensing, industry certifications, internships, and the opportunity to earn college credit. EVIT programs are tuition-free for high school students who live within the following school districts : Apache Junction, Cave Creek, Chandler, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, Higley, J.O. Combs, Mesa, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, and Tempe. EVIT offers adult programs that allow adults to improve their current skills or learn new skills. Adult programs have additional fees associated with them. For more information about EVIT, visit
EVIT is seeking an Radio Sales Independent Underwriting and Sponsorship Contractor to sell advertisements for our KVIT FM 88.7 "The Pulse," a radio station which is run by the staff and students of EVIT. The funding raised through underwriting sales plays a crucial role in supporting and enhancing our program. An independent contractor is self-employed. You will enter into a contract with EVIT to sell advertising to area businesses for the on-campus radio station. You will receive a 20% commission on all net sales collected. As an Independent Contractor you set your own hours and use your own tools. EVIT will not withhold any taxes. You will be responsible to pay your own taxes and provide your own benefits. This is a 1099 position. Is not precluded from other employment, unless it creates a conflict of interest.
The earnings of a person who is working as an independent contractor are subject to self-employment tax. To find out what your tax obligations are, visit the IRS : Self-Employed Individuals Tax Center.
Key Points
- Identify and engage potential underwriters and sponsors who align with our diverse underwriting and advertising platforms.
- Develop and present compelling underwriting packages that highlight the benefits and exposure sponsors will receive through various underwriting and advertising platforms including; over-the-air radio, live play by play high school sports, podcasting, on-line stream, web, social media and events.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with underwriting sponsors and partners, providing exceptional customer service throughout the process.
- Collaborate with our team to ensure that underwriting campaigns are executed effectively, meeting the needs and objectives of our sponsors while aligning with EVIT's guidelines and policies.
- Track and report on underwriting collections to ensure accurate commission payments.
- All Independent Contractors will need to have a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Prints (IVP) fingerprint card and proof of immunization against or immunity to measles and rubella if born after January 1, 1957. Contractors need this since you will be a campus around students.
Submit a letter of interest, proposal and experience to Michael Mallace, General Manager KVIT FM / 88.7 The Pulse via email : mmallace@evit.edu.
