Show Producer
Description
This is a Full-Time position at CRISTA Media in Bellingham, WA.
Compensation: $30 to $39 per hour, depending on experience
Compensation: $30 to $39 per hour, depending on experience
Benefits: Competitive package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 403(b) matching, Life and Disability benefits, PTO, Holiday Pay, Parental Leave, up to 85% King’s school tuition discount for dependent child(ren) K-12
COMPANY OVERVIEW
CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).
CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.
CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS
- Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
- Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.
CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES
- Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
- Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
- Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
- Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
- Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.
- Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
MEDIA MISSION STATEMENT
Spread God’s love through Media.
POSITION SUMMARY
Based in Bellingham, WA, the Show Producer will partner with the KCMS & KWPZ Professional Voice Talent to create faith-based shows tailored to the Vancouver, BC, Bellingham and Seattle, WA markets. Support the KWPZ Morning Show by managing and producing engaging, community and faith-focused content shared between KWPZ AM Drive and KCMS PM drive shows. Collaborate with voice talent to research and develop encouraging, community-focused, Jesus-centric material. Oversee guest coordination, on-air contests, phone calls and studio operations. Maintain high standards in content creation, technical execution and organization. Support the Director of Programming and Content as well as KCMS/KWPZ talent by performing additional duties as needed. To help full fill the show’s mission
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(General overview and may not include all details of responsibilities)
DUTIES
Content Production and Audience Engagement
- Create on-air content (IE: faith-based stories, community interviews, etc.) for daily KWPZ morning show meetings and manage segment breaks.
- Collaborate with the Director of Programming and VP of Media on how to increase listener engagement through contests and other listener interaction.
- Proactively research and develop prep material for pre-recorded shows, tailored to the Vancouver (primary) and Bellingham (secondary) markets, focusing on encouraging, community-based and gospel-driven content.
- Independently research media trends across various communication channels (I.E.: texts, e-mail, phone, in-person conversations), to enrich interviews with Christ-centered, and community- focused guests.
- Develop local-market relationships within the Vancouver, BC market (and Whatcom/Skagit counties), for the benefit of the KWPZ Morning Show.
- Work with Professional Voice Talent (KCMS & KWPZ) to support prep of KWPZ interview questions.
- Produce KWPZ interviews, responsible for scheduling, recording, editing and airing.
- Manage online guest booking calendar and show contacts lists.
- Exercise independent judgement in creating, scripting and producing show promos, adding audio editing and strategic placement to effectively promote the station.
- Oversee the technical operation of the KWPZ Morning Show studio by utilizing broadcast equipment and automation software.
- Exercise discretion by managing and organizing all audio assets to support the show’s overall production and sound.
- Edit and prepare phone calls for broadcast, oversee local contests and collaborate with KWPZ staff to support and communicate the creative and operational needs of Morning Show.
- Fill in during Host PTO (when needed) by voicing show elements on-air, including weather and traffic reports, PRAISE Secret Sound and other contest segments.
Contests and Interaction
- Select and mix audio that improves the quality and impact of show segments for listeners.
- Edit and provide on-air show content from interviews to be used as material for other uses (IE: Holiday, fill-in and weekend shows and podcasts).
- Gather and submit contest winner information to the Promotions Team
- Oversee all KWPZ Morning Show contests and logistics, collaborating with Promotions to ensure smooth execution and alignment.
- Manage important show communications within CRISTA Media and with listeners through channels such as text, phone calls, social media and email.
Market Engagement and Content Support
- Serve as the primary liaison between the Vancouver KWPZ audience and the Seattle-based Professional Voice Talent for KCMS & KWPZ.
- Represent local market needs and reflect Canadian culture in show content and communication.
- Attend Vancouver and Bellingham events to connect with listeners, offering prayer and spiritual encouragement and strengthen KWPZ’s brand and reputation.
- Provide board operation and show support during on-air fundraisers or other specialty programming.
- Work with KCMS & KWPZ Professional Voice Talent to create short-form social media content and contribute to online platforms as needed.
- Create and produce weekend programming as assigned, using previously created content from KCMS and KWPZ Professional Voice Talent.
- Voice track weekend show and/or fill-in shows as assigned to maintain consistent on-air presence and quality.
- Create new show imaging by identifying promotable content and aligning with Programming leadership to ensure listener impact.
- Other duties as assigned by Management.
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
CHRIST CENTERED
- Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
- Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc).
- Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
- Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
- Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
- Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
- Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
EDUCATION
- Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE
- 2+ years’ experience working on-air, or in a production or related capacity, in a large or major market.
SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE
- Radio automation software
- Professional-grade audio editing software
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
- Commitment to spiritual growth and development.
- Individuals must have denominational knowledge and respect for other denominations to be able to convey an inclusive presentation on air and in person.
- Currently participating in a church in some capacity.
- Creative in various methods of spot production and be a master at Adobe Audition systems and VoxPro.
- Able to communicate clearly and work well with a variety of personality types
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE
- 4+ years experience working on-air, or in a production or related capacity, in a large or major market.
SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE
- RCS Zetta automation software
- Adobe Audition audio editing software
- VoxPro audio editing software
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
- Passion for creating compelling radio.
- Passion for the art and process of planning, developing, and delivering creative content.
- Passion for partnering to create a positive morning show within a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and reliability.
STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION
CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.
Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.