Student Media - UWAVE Radio Station Manager

Description The UWAVE Radio Station Manager leads the operation of UWAVE Radio as a media outlet and as an organization in the UW Bothell campus community. The Station Manager oversees day-to-day operation and programming of the station; they maintain the UWAVE Studio space, submit funding requests, lead planning of quarterly Student Media Open Mic Nights, coordinate local radio station tours, co-recruit and manage volunteers, and collaborate with UWAVE Radio volunteers, contributors, and partners, while ensuring that the station follows UWB, SEA, and FCC regulations and guidelines. They are the primary UWAVE representative in decision-making and project planning related to UWAVE and UWB Student Media. This position gets hands-on experience in station management, budget proposals, interviewing, reporting, broadcasting, podcasting, audio editing, using broadcasting equipment, maintaining technology, and training others how to do the same. The Station Manager gains valuable leadership experience in working with campus partners, vendors, leading meetings with other student leaders, collaborating with student groups and Student Media team members, marketing, recruitment/outreach, engagement, and hosting events, along with other Student Media programs, throughout the year. About UWAVE Radio: As part of the UWB Student Media team under Student Engagement & Activities (SEA), UWAVE Radio is the UWB's only student-run radio station with a 24/7 livestream. Through UWAVE, student staff receive hands-on experience and training consistent with broadcast radio industry standards, software, hardware, and practices. They train and support other students (volunteers, content creators) on how to use UWAVE's studio equipment. Students learn, create, and showcase their media work, host shows, and produce podcasts published on our livestream. UWAVE offers students a creative outlet through radio to voice ideas, share information, perspectives, and prompt dialogue. Students gain skills in: public speaking, event planning, leadership skills, radio hosting, podcasting, communication techniques, and get to work with equipment/technology. UWAVE Radio is part of the UWB Student Media organization, along with the Husky Herald, Student Marketing & Design, and Clamor Literary & Arts journal teams. Student work created as part of Student Media is professionally produced and circulated throughout the UW Bothell community. Student work created as part of Student Media is professionally produced and circulated throughout the UW Bothell community. Duties & Responsibilities: UWAVE & Radio Station Operations & Programming (40%): Manage day-to-day administrative functions of the station (organizing the UWAVE Studio space, submitting purchase requests, supporting the various internal focus areas (radio programming, business development, volunteer onboarding, event planning), and lead the training of volunteers, contributors, and CELR students, and those utilizing the UWAVE studio and equipment Serve as primary point-of-contact and oversee communications with UWAVE volunteers, CELR students, other inquiries for UWAVE Radio, and UW Bothell administration Plan weekly one-on-one meetings with their supervisor, Studio Engineer, Program Director, and with Faculty Advisor (may take place bi-weekly) Work with the Studio Engineer to manage all UWAVE equipment, maintenance, technology checkout processes, technology/broadcasting expansion projects, and Student Technology Fees (STF) annual funding proposal Support the Program Director with curating, scheduling, and publishing content via the UWAVE Radio stream and website Oversees all UWAVE Radio social media, website, and engagement accounts Conduct networking and outreach with local radio stations and staff including, but not limited to coordinating community radio tours Research new opportunities to expand UWAVE programs and operations, such as: conferences, studio space planning, UWAVE offerings, and establishing new campus partnerships Radio Broadcasting Ethics, Regulations, & Policies (25%): Uphold broadcasting and radio ethics and standards in all broadcasts and operations Ensures the UWAVE Radio station follows relevant regulations and guidelines including state law and university policy, as well as federal laws including those related to radio broadcasting and copyright usage Collaborate with the faculty advisors and Studio Engineer when issues regarding broadcasting, technology, and radio ethics arises Collaborate with the faculty advisors and Studio Engineer to adjust the UWAVE Handbook when necessary Enforce UWAVE Radio's Code of Conduct and studio policies with all participating student members, studio users, volunteers/contributors, and content published through UWAVE Leadership & Training (25%): Lead the UWAVE team (Studio Engineer, Program Director, volunteers, contributors), including, but not limited to: making final decisions on UWAVE operations, programming, assessment, and policy enforcement, training UWAVE station volunteers, student leaders, and studio users on studio and equipment use, broadcast/publishing content Support the recruitment and training of incoming Station Manager, Program Director, and Studio Engineer, along with other relevant Student Media staff for the following year Schedule and lead meetings with UWAVE student leaders, volunteers/contributors, studio users, and interested potential UWAVE members Quarterly review and update the UWAVE Handbook/Operations Manual, Programmer Agreements, and other studio and programming forms and guidelines Student Media Programming, Engagement, & Collaboration (10%): Lead the planning, facilitation, and evaluation of Student Media Open Mic Nights and UWAVE events, workshops, and other programs, including: concert collaborations with clubs or Student Engagement & Activities orgs and UWAVE interest sessions Develop and implement marketing/outreach plans in collaboration with Student Media teammates, including, but not limited to: poster design, social media promotions, promotional items distribution classroom visits, info sessions, and tabling Partner with other Student Media organizations (Clamor, The Husky Herald, Student Marketing & Design) on event-planning, general Student Media programming, budget requests, and outreach/marketing and student engagement responsibilities. Coordinate with team members, Faculty Advisor, and faculty partners to provide service-learning opportunities with the Community-Engaged Learning & Research (CELR) classes related to UWAVE Radio's operational and engagement needs Participate in weekly Student Media team meetings and other major Student Media-specific planning and activities Time Commitment: 19.5 hours per week (summer, fall, winter, and spring quarters) This position may work late night and weekend hours depending on events, programming, and daily UWAVE Radio operation needs As embodied in ourDiversity Action Plan, we are engaged in an ongoing process of identifying and confronting the ways in which institutional and interpersonal discrimination inhibits the lives and education of our students, staff and faculty. Qualifications In order to be eligible for this position, applicants must be: Interested in contributing to the mission and goals of Student Engagement & Activities (SEA) and UWB A matriculated University of Washington Bothell student Able to commit for the entire academic year, incl. fall, winter, and spring quarters Enrolled in at least 6 credits as an undergraduate student or at least 5 credits as a graduate student each quarter of employment Able to work in person (percentage of in-person work depends on position) Able to participate in quarterly trainings - dates listed below (subject to change): Returner Training (if applicable): June 1st 2026 For Chairs and Org Team Training (UWAVE Station Manager, The Husky Herald Editor-in-Chief, Clamor Coordinator, Student Marketing & Engagement Coordinator): July 8th 2026 Fall: September 9th-October 7th 2026 Winter: Friday, January 8th 2027 Spring: April 2nd 2027 Additional trainings, as determined by supervisor In good standing with UWB. Good standing is defined as: Must have a 2.5 cumulative and quarterly GPA Must be in good judicial standing (student conduct) Required Qualifications: Experience in leading a team of volunteers or peer student leaders on large projects Basic working knowledge of event, workshop, and/or meeting planning Strong interest in contributing to the mission of SEA: offering meaningful engagement to students and advocating for social justice Strong interest in working in a diverse team, navigating different viewpoints, and making balanced group decisions Strong interest in improving campus and the UWB community for students Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks, prioritize effectively, follow through on commitments, and meet deadlines Ability to take initiative, proactively identify problems and creative solutions, and make informed decisions Computer skills: ability to use email, Zoom, Canvas, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint Presentation skills: able to convey information in a clear, concise, and compelling way Research skills: able to independently find relevant, accurate information online and in person Written communication skills: able to convey information in a focused, coherent, and accurate way Collaboration experience (class project, work experience, personal) Demonstrated ability to hear and consider different perspectives Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated skills and experience in two or more of the following areas: management, office organization, broadcasting, media, communication, event planning, recruitment/outreach, music, and radio Basic working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (i.e., InDesign) and Canva Experience successfully working in diverse teams and environments Intermediate presentation skills Ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Excel Past involvement with Student Media or Student Engagement & Activities (i.e., Husky Herald reporter, Open Mic Night performer, CELR student, event volunteer, club officer) Preferred qualifications for returners only: Ability to give and receive feedback in a work setting Ability to articulate personal strengths and areas for growth Ability to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of your work Ability to articulate understanding of roles they play in groups and teams Student Media positions are ideal for those: Who have knowledge, skills, and experiences in writing, art, photography, design, music, podcasting, or other similar/multimedia work AND/OR UWB students taking classes in media, communication, arts, music, writing, business, or similar subjects Interested in building their resume and portfolio to land jobs in the journalism, radio broadcasting, art, and communications fields Looking for a unique way to get involved on-campus while getting paid Anticipated Employment Date: March 31, 2026 Through June 30, 2027 All new student employees must also completeUW's onlineTitle IXcourseabout preventing and responding to sex-and gender-based violence and harassment. Application Instructions Tosubmita complete application, you will need your resume available to upload. Applicationssubmittedafter the due date will be accepted, but they may not be considered if there is a large pool of applicants. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Diversity is a core value of University of WA Bothell. We believe the power of diversity enriches all of us by exposing us to a range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. To learn more, read ourDiversity Statement.

Created: 2026-03-10