About the position
Location: Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Work arrangement: Part-Time, 2 Term Contract (Onsite)
Reports To: Associate Dean, MA in Digital Media and Global Communications
Reason for vacancy: Student Position
Expected hiring salary range: $17.60 per hour *This part-time, term contract student position is open and reserved for current UNF students only.
Primary Purpose:
The student Radio Production Assistant supports the daily operations of UNF Pulse Radio by organizing digital content, coordinating broadcast schedules, and assisting students in the development of their episodes.
Specific Responsibilities:
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Manage, schedule, and archive episodes and digital content, maintaining accurate records and ensuring smooth broadcasting.
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Oversee on-air scheduling and manage the 365 Live UNF Radio platform.
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Connect with students to guide them through episode development, assist with submissions, and ensure compliance with radio policies.
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Serve as a liaison between students and faculty, provide orientation resources.
Skills & Competencies
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Basic knowledge of audio recording/editing software and digital file management.
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Clear communication and ability to support and guide peers.
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Interest in digital media, radio, or broadcasting.
Position Requirements:
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Must be enrolled as a student within the University of Niagara Falls Canada during the entire duration of the contract.
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Preferred that at start date, student has completed one term.
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Student has not worked 2 consecutive contracts with UNF.
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Preference for cumulative average of at least 70%.
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Must be available for a minimum of 1 shift per week. Must be available for evening and weekend work, as scheduled.
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Strong interest in digital media, communications, AI, student and academic support services and other related fields within an academic setting.
Use of AI Disclosure
University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF), UNF is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process. While AI tools assist us in identifying and communicating with candidates, applications are reviewed by our dedicated Talent Acquisition team to ensure a thorough evaluation of all candidates.
We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all individuals have an equal opportunity to succeed. We comply with all relevant laws and regulations in Ontario and adhere to the highest standards of ethical hiring. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring that all data collected during the recruitment process is handled with the highest level of confidentiality.
Diversity, inclusion and equity
The University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially invites applications from all qualified candidates. Racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas are encouraged to apply.
We recognize that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, UNF will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, please advise [email protected] to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
