KHUM-FM 104.3 & 104.7 On-Air DJ

Lost Coast Communications

Posted: Nov. 1, 2024

KHUM, Radio without the Rules, is looking for an on-air DJ.

Founded in 1996, Lost Coast Communications is setting the standard for innovative radio and digital media in a small rural community. We have received the National Association of Broadcasters Service to America Award, an Edward R Murrow Award for best radio documentary, and twice won the Radio Mercury Award.

Our success comes from our superior production and service in combination with our deep commitment to Humboldt County. We are hyper-local, involved throughout the community, and dedicated to serving our listeners, our readers and our advertisers.

Our various properties include local radio stations KHUM, KWPT “The Point”, KSLuG, KLGE “The Lounge” as well as our news blog The Lost Coast Outpost (www.LostCoastOutpost.com) which has the highest web traffic of any website in Humboldt County history.

Big news on the horizon! We are relocating our offices to Old Town Eureka in the recently renovated Carson building on 3rd and F streets. Not only are we moving to the heart of the county, but we are installing all brand new broadcast equipment and building a multi media room. Plus, we’re combining both Lost Coast Outpost and radio into one shared space. As Humboldt County’s media company, innovation is our goal. We’re locally owned, locally operated, and deeply committed to our community.

Job Overview:

The available shift is full time Monday-Friday with a minimum of 4 hours live each day. The remaining time would be spent helping the station manager with various tasks such as voicing client commercials, helping with station promotions, and posting content social media. KHUM is “Radio without the Rules” and the ideal candidate would have a wide knowledge and love of multiple genres of music. We’re looking for the best fit for the station. We can teach the right candidate who has the willingness to learn. Some weekends and nights may be required for remote broadcasts and events.

This is an in-person position only. You must be located in Humboldt County, CA.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Curate an entertaining and engaging radio show within the station’s format.

• Host special features and shows approved by the Program Director.

• Inform listeners of local, national, and global current affairs.

• Engage professionally with fans both in and out of the studio.

• Monitor and control station functions.

• Know and understand the station basics to cover shifts of other DJs, including the PD.

• Conduct interviews with scheduled guests on relevant topics of interest to listener base.

• Voice client commercials and company promotional spots.

• Collaborate with station staff on creative writing and station programming.

• Answer the request lines.

• Make social media posts.

• Work to further the station’s goals and the company’s mission.

• Available for nights and weekends for remote broadcasts or special events on ad hoc basis.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred.

• Knowledge of radio broadcasting.

• Knowledge of audio editing & production.

• Knowledge of the local community, Humboldt County and surrounding areas.

• Knowledge of major social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

• Knowledge and passion of the music and history of the station’s chosen format.

• Reliable transportation.

• Strong desire to strengthen our local community.

• Strong computer skills.

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Creativity and outside the box thinking.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Self-starter, comfortable working alone or within a group.

• Excellent listening, organization and time management skills.

• Work as a team with multiple departments such as programming and sales.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, orally and in writing.

• Able to take constructive criticism.

• Maintain professionalism in all aspects of the job, including dealing with the public.

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

• Ability to use hands for operating the studio board.

• Ability to speak English fluently.

• Able to lift 50 lbs.

Compensation: $16-$18

How to Apply: To be considered for the position you must submit a resume, cover letter, and air-check. Please email this to hiring@lostcoastcommunications.com

Lost Coast Communications, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or another characteristic protected by law