Remote work Student Assistant - WOLF Radio News Director Job at University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA

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  • University of West Georgia
  • Carrollton, GA

Job Description

About Us Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia- a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 14,400+ students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state. Living in Carrollton, "The City of Dreams," offers the advantages of city life with a small-town vibe. This progressive community with Southern flair offers plenty of shopping, restaurants, nightlife opportunities, and cultural events. Named a City of Excellence in Georgia and listed as one of the 50 Best Small Southern Towns, Carrollton is the cultural, educational, health care, and commercial center for the west Georgia region. At the heart of Carrollton is its historic downtown and Adamson Square lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants. Each season offers unique local events and opportunities for year-round recreation. Outdoor activities abound through award-winning spaces, including an 18-mile paved walking and biking Greenbelt trail that encircles the city and passes through the UWG campus. The city embraces the University's students, faculty, and staff, and welcomes the diversity UWG brings to the community. Invested in education with highly rated city and county K-12 systems, both city and county public school graduation rates are 90% and above and rank among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Job Summary Think critically, creatively, and independently to create new and engaging news worthy content in short news bites Write brief 200 words or less news post for website correctly and clearly in styles appropriate for the audiences and purpose. Demonstrate leadership and Help build team for various news segments Critically evaluate own work and that of others for accuracy, clarity, style, and correctness while developing story ideas, tracking issues and events, selecting reporters for coverage, scheduling stories for air, and scheduling time for interviewing, writing and editing. Understand and apply the principles of freedom of speech and press and demonstrate an understanding of ethical principles and work ethically to edit news reports that are produced in an effective, timely and responsible manner, and in pursuit of truth, accuracy, fairness, and diversity Critically evaluate own work and that of others to ensures there are news packages and or news casts that maintain award winning quality Demonstrate career management and professionalism to build relationships with various members of campus and local communities such as Presidents, VPs and student organizations to help facilitate news stories Conduct research and evaluate information to maintain a list of news items that are divided by timeliness, and newsworthiness. Develop professional job skills by attending any staff leadership & job skill enhancement training Demonstrate professionalism by attending staff meetings and perform functions as deemed appropriate by Operations Manager or Program Director Utilize teamwork and leadership to train and mentor staff and volunteers Apply current tools and technologies to assist with station remotes and events Utilize teamwork and leadership to train and mentor staff and volunteers Adhere to all Policy and Procedures Report any and all violations to GM and OM Required Qualifications Must be a current University of West Georgia student enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours and maintaining at least a 2.0 cumulative grade-point average. All students must have completed all of Core Area F and one or more of the following courses: In house WIT Training Course COMM 3351-Radio Program Production COMM-3352 Fundamentals of Television Production COMM-3353 Fundamentals of Film & Video Production COMM 4421-Radio Practicum, COMM 4485 ¿ Sports Communication COMM-3354 Digital Social Media & Society COMM 3301 Writing and Reporting for Newspapers COMM 4450- Broadcast News Writing and Reporting Preferred Qualifications Skilled with Adobe Audition Phyiscal Requirements Frequently moves Audio/Visual equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus for various classrooms and events needs. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at . Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50) University of West Georgia

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