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CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR / ON-AIR HOST, Life 88.5 - KJNW (Kansas City, MO)

University of Northwestern - St. Paul
Kansas, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2025

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Life 88.5 KJNW, a Northwestern Media station in beautiful Kansas City, exists to reach listeners with the message of God’s compelling love and hope. If you love creating catchy, memorable and welcoming on-air production content, as well as delivering an engaging drive show, you may be just who we’re looking for as our next full-time Creative Services Director / On-Air Host!

If you’re wanting to be part of a vibrant team, have audio / video production experience, and are excited about the opportunity to share the love of Christ with our community, we’d love to see your application!

Please include a link to your air-check / audio sample with your application (preferred) or email a file separately to jobs@unwsp.edu .

What will I do in this position?

Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

Production (45%) :

  • Assume responsibility for all audio and video production. Monitor all audio spots for timeliness and quality. Work with Program Director to ensure all necessary spots for events are done properly and on-time. Keep Program Director informed on all projects. Edit all incoming recorded phone calls to the station for potential use in future promos, fundraisers, and on-air shifts. Produce video and audio content for station web and social media sites.

Social Media (5%) :

  • Work with Program Director to help provide compelling content for the target demographic.
  • On-Air Show Host (50%) :

  • Host an assigned air shift Monday through Friday, providing compelling content for the target demographic within station format guidelines as directed by the Program Director. Daily preparation time is required; additional assignments will include weekend voice tracking, and other creative ways to enhance on-air show content across all platforms. Create a friendly & welcoming presence to listeners at assigned events outside the station studios and, at times, outside normal working hours.
  • Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students, all employees act as a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students in growing intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to mature in their faith.
  • What will it take to succeed in this position?

    Minimum Education and Experience :

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Previous Media experience of a minimum of 2 years preferred
  • Previous audio and video production experience preferred
  • Continually nurture a personal relationship with Jesus Christ; serve as a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintain a kind, Christ-like attitude in dealing with and ministering to people within and outside of Northwestern; and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, doctrinal statement, and Declaration of Christian Community.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, kind, and tactful manner
  • Ability to work in both a team environment and independently, without close supervision
  • Ability to host events and represent the station in a variety of settings
  • Ability to plan and execute an entertaining air shift incorporating production elements and promos
  • Ability to maintain a flexible schedule and attend station events as needed
  • Self-starter with ability to work effectively in both a team environment and independently, without close supervision
  • Ability to work in an organized fashion and complete projects accurately within predetermined deadlines
  • Knowledge and understanding of legal and technical aspects of broadcasting
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively communicate spiritual truths
  • Excellent broadcasting and public speaking skills
  • Ability to secure and maintain a current driver’s license
  • Ability to pass a background check upon hire and periodically throughout the course of employment
  • Work Environment :

    The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

    What are the benefits of working at Northwestern?

    Compensation Range : $50,563 – $56,182

    Benefits offered for full time positions include :

  • Tuition Benefits
  • A team committed to an Uplifting & Unwavering future
  • Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

  • How did you hear about this position?
  • Have you placed your faith in Jesus Christ for personal salvation?
  • Please describe the circumstances surrounding your becoming a follower of Christ.
  • I have read the Declaration of Christian Community and, if employed by Northwestern, would live by and uphold the principles and expectations it contains throughout my employment at Northwestern.
  • Below, please indicate any reservations you have regarding UNW's Declaration of Christian Community.
  • I have read the University of Northwestern - St Paul's Doctrinal Statement and am in agreement with it. Furthermore, I am affiliated with a church whose doctrinal statement and Christian community are substantially in agreement with it.
  • Required Documents :
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter / Letter of Application
  • Optional Documents :

  • Media Sample
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    Salary : $50,563 - $56,182

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