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2 people are interested
Cablecast Volunteer (Sundays)
ORGANIZATION: Cambridge Community Television (CCTV)
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2 people are interested
Description
Cambridge Community Television is seeking folks who are interested in broadcasting to assist with the operations of our live evening programming. Cablecast Volunteers facilitate the use of CCTV's Live studio by CCTV members who sign up to host their own weekly 30-minute live shows. Volunteers are also responsible for monitoring the on-air operations of our three Public Access TV channels. No previous broadcast experience is required. However, volunteers must be skilled at working with people of varying backgrounds and personalities.
In exchange for a consistent 5-hour shift each week for a 4-month minimum commitment, you will receive a free CCTV Access Membership (including unlimited free production classes and access to equipment and facilities).
Roles and Responsibilities
- Assist users of CCTV's Live studio, attending to any technical issues Live producers might face. Make sure that Live shows go on the air in a timely manner.
- Create a friendly, professional environment and ensure high quality customer service for Live producers and their guests.
- Monitor outgoing and cable signals to ensure quality broadcasting. Prevent technical glitches in our broadcasts and Live shows. Create a pleasurable viewing experience for viewers.
- Occasionally cue up and play prerecorded programs according to the schedule.
Requirements
- Must work a consistent 5-hour shift each week for a 4-month minimum commitment. We are currently looking to fill a Sunday evening spot, 4-9pm.
- Avoid tardiness and last minute missed shifts. Ability to give at least one week of advance notice if you will be late or absent.
- Must have an interest in working with technical equipment. Volunteers must have basic computer literacy. However, no previous broadcast experience is required, as training is provided.
- Must have good customer service skills and patience working with others.
If interested in the position, please send resume and cover letter to: lily@cctvcambridge.org. Or, call (617) 401-4008 for more information.
More opportunities with Cambridge Community Television (CCTV)
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About Cambridge Community Television (CCTV)
Location:
438 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139, US
Mission Statement
Cambridge Community Television (CCTV) is a public forum for all Cambridge residents, businesses and organizations. CCTV provides training and access to telecommunications technology so that all may become active participants in electronic media. CCTV strives to involve the diverse population of Cambridge as producers and viewers, and to strengthen efforts through collaborations with a wide variety of community institutions.
Description
CCTV is a nationally recognized, award winning community media center. We offer an extensive array of classes in computer and video production, thousands of hours of local programming on three community cable channels, and innovative outreach activities designed to provide Cambridge's diverse populations with access to training and technology.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
438 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
DATE POSTED
March 31, 2017
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Sundays, 4-9pm - for at least 4 months