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2 CHRY is a community-based, non-profit, volunteer run radio station that has been serving the North Toronto community for 25 years. We believe in professional and guided programming that reflects the diverse issues and cultures in the surrounding areas. Our mandate is to provide alternative programming such as music, especially Canadian music, not generally heard on commercial stations. Although students play an important role in programming, we also provide access to members of the community at large. We are looking for a professional team player who can think creatively; take constructive criticism and who is comfortable working in an ethnically diverse, anti-oppressive workplace. The ideal candidate is looking to enter a career in advertising, television, radio or marketing. Note: This is an unpaid internship. Write creative, concise radio copy for CHRY s advertising clients to time. Research client needs and determine solutions to solve problems through the language of creative radio. Edit and prepare scripts for recording sessions. Track and file scripts. Assist with scheduling, directing and running recording sessions. Assist in training volunteers in copy writing. Other duties as assigned. Expert command of English. (A second language is a huge asset, but not a requirement.) Copy editing skills. Excellent communication, time-management, organization and interpersonal skills. Strong computer skills in Windows and MS Office. Enrolled in or a recent graduate of a post-secondary institution for broadcasting, creative advertising or marketing. Comfortable working in a progressive, ethnically diverse, inclusive, professional environment. Able to take constructive criticism and adapt to rapid change. Super detail-oriented and comfortable working to tight deadlines. To apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter and 2 sample radio ads to: chrytech@yorku.ca with Copywriter in the subject line. Thanks for applying. You will receive a call back if you qualify. CHRY 105.5FM is an anti-sexist, anti-racist, anti-homophobic organization that is committed to diversity and equity. We strongly encourage applications from women; people of colour; members of racial and/or ethnic minorities; First Nations people; people with disabilities and lesbian, bisexual, gay, transsexual, transgendered and queer-identified people.

3 CHRY is a community-based, non-profit, volunteer run radio station that has been serving the North Toronto community for 25 years. We believe in professional and guided programming that reflects the diverse issues and cultures in the surrounding areas. Our mandate is to provide alternative programming such as music, especially Canadian music, not generally heard on commercial stations. Although students play an important role in programming, we also provide access to members of the community at large. We are looking for a professional, creative, technically minded team player who is passionate about sound and comfortable working in an ethnically diverse, anti-oppressive workplace. The ideal candidate is looking to enter a career in radio, advertising, audio post-production or digital media. Note: This is an unpaid internship. Record, edit and mix radio spots and features to CHRY and professional audio standards using a variety of software. (Sony Sound Forge, Adobe Audition, Sony Vegas, Audacity). Work with various CHRY departments and provide production support on their projects. Maintain the production studio, computers and other audio equipment. Assist in training volunteers in production. A strong command of English. (A second language is a huge asset, but not a requirement.) Demonstrated skills running digital audio workstations (DAWs): ProTools, Logic, Adobe Audition, Sony Sound Forge or similar along with VST plug-ins. Demonstrated understanding of digital and analog audio theory: EQ, filtering, compression, reverb, delay, audio levels, normalizing. Excellent teamwork, communication, time-management, organization and interpersonal skills. Strong computer skills in MS Windows and Office, working in a network environment, using radio automation software. Enrolled in or a recent graduate of a post-secondary institution for broadcasting, audio production or digital media. Comfortable working in a progressive, ethnically diverse, inclusive, professional environment. Able to take direction, constructive criticism and adapt to rapid change. To apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter and an MP3 demo no longer than 2 minutes to: chrytech@yorku.ca with Production Assistant in the subject line. Candidates without demos will not be considered. Thanks for applying! You will receive a call back if you are shortlisted for an interview. CHRY 105.5FM is an anti-sexist, anti-racist, anti-homophobic organization that is committed to diversity and equity. We strongly encourage applications from women; people of colour; members of racial and/or ethnic minorities; First Nations people; people with disabilities and lesbian, bisexual, gay, transsexual, transgendered and queer-identified people.

4 NEWS NOW is CHRY s community news program; live every Monday Friday at 5-6pm broadcasting to the North Toronto region, the campus of York University and on the web. CHRY FM is looking for critical and creative minds to join the only collective alternative news radio program in Toronto. We offer FREE broadcast skills training in: writing/voicing, interviewing, audio editing and sound design. The position of News Now Social Media Coordinator will work with News Now Producers, Beat Directors, and Reporters with the direction of the News & Spoken Word Coordinator to increase News Now s online visibility in various social media outlets. As an alternative news outlet, News Now works as a team to collectively share skills and tasks among ourselves. We are also committed to challenging ourselves and analyzing our stories individually and at our weekly story meetings. For more on News Now, visit chrynews.wordpress.com Updating blog with daily News Now segments: editing (if necessary) and uploading audio content and writing captivating description of each segment Updating Facebook, Twitter and other social media outlets to promote segments in advance of air-date Participating in weekly News Now Story Meetings to strategize about segment promotion Committing to the NN Coordinators Training (April 2013) and News Now Showcase (August 2013) Taking the initiative to promote and publicize the News Now program online as appropriate Advanced knowledge of popular social media outlets including, but not limited to, Facebook, Twitter, and Wordpress Demonstrates an ability to work in a team/collective environment and a commitment to the consensus-based decision making model of News Now story meetings Strong written and oral communication skills Awareness of the surrounding community and issues related to CHRY s core listening audience Investment in strengthening local social/environmental justice movements through radio using an anti-oppression framework To apply: the News & Spoken Word Coordinator at chrynews@yorku.ca with a statement of interest and your resume by Wednesday, April 10, Statement of interest should specifically address your interest in community media, the CHRY mission and mandate, which can be found at and at least one (1) proposed method to increase News Now s online visibility/accessibility. This internship requires 8 hours/week and is unpaid, but can be recognized as course credit or community work if appropriate. CHRY 105.5FM is an anti-sexist, anti-racist, anti-homophobic organization that is committed to diversity and equity. We strongly encourage applications from women; people of colour; members of racial and/or ethnic minorities; First Nations people; people with disabilities and lesbian, bisexual, gay, transsexual, transgendered and queer-identified people.

5 NEWS NOW is CHRY s community news program; live every Monday Friday at 5-6pm broadcasting to the North Toronto region, the campus of York University and on the web. CHRY FM is looking for critical and creative minds to join the only collective alternative news radio program in Toronto. We offer FREE broadcast skills training in: writing/voicing, interviewing, audio editing and sound design. The position of News Now Producer will work closely with other News Now Producers, Beat Directors and Reporters with the direction of the News & Spoken Word Coordinator to coordinate a high-quality and timely delivery of daily News Now features and segments. As an alternative news outlet, News Now works as a team to collectively share skills and tasks among ourselves. We are also committed to challenging ourselves and analyzing our stories individually and at our weekly story meetings. For more on News Now, visit chrynews.wordpress.com Availability at least one day/week (Mon-Fri) from 3-6PM to produce show, including: Covering 1-2 stories (including, but not limited to, York Connection and/or People s History Spotlight) Previewing all content for audio quality and checking for material that breaches our mandate Producing show runsheet/script and organizing story submissions in database Ensuring program logs are filled out and broadcast policies followed Scheduling story submissions and ensuring timely story submissions with NN Reporters Scheduling/conducting/editing interviews to air during your show Guiding NN Reporters on audio quality, creative sound design, and on-air delivery Participating in weekly News Now Story Meetings with a technical brief on the latest edition Committing to the NN Coordinators Training (April 2013) and News Now Showcase (August 2013) Investment in strengthening local social/environmental justice movements through radio using an antioppression framework Demonstrates an ability to work in a team/collective environment and a commitment to the consensus-based decision making model of News Now story meetings Strong written and oral communication skills Awareness of the surrounding community and issues related to CHRY s core listening audience To apply: the News & Spoken Word Coordinator at chrynews@yorku.ca with a statement of interest and your resume by Wednesday, April 10, Statement of interest should specifically address your interest in community media and the CHRY mission and mandate, which can be found at This internship requires 8 hours/week and is unpaid, but can be recognized as course credit or community work if appropriate.

6 NEWS NOW is CHRY s community news program; live every Monday Friday at 5-6pm broadcasting to the North Toronto region, the campus of York University and on the web. CHRY FM is looking for critical and creative minds to join the only collective alternative news radio program in Toronto. We offer FREE broadcast skills training in: writing/voicing, interviewing, audio editing and sound design. The position of News Now Beat Director will work closely with other News Now Producers, Beat Directors and Reporters with the direction of the News & Spoken Word Coordinator to determine programming priorities, link Reporters with story leads and develop stories from an alternative perspective in one of the focus areas: education, activism & advocacy, independent arts, and health & environment. As an alternative news outlet, News Now works as a team to collectively share skills and tasks among ourselves. We are also committed to challenging ourselves and analyzing our stories individually and at our weekly story meetings. For more on News Now, visit chrynews.wordpress.com Consistent Availability 8hrs/week between 10-6PM to prepare program content, including: Following the latest news on your chosen focus area and generate story leads/media contacts Covering 2 stories per week, including at least 1 Feature Interview per week according to one of the four focus areas listed above Guiding story development that frames issues from an alternative, anti-oppression perspective Guiding Reporters with sources, interview questions, and sound design Participating in weekly News Now Story Meetings with 2-3 alternative news story leads Committing to the NN Coordinators Training (April 2013) and News Now Showcase (August 2013) Investment in strengthening local social/environmental justice movements through radio using an antioppression framework Demonstrates an ability to work in a team/collective environment and a commitment to the consensus-based decision making model of News Now story meetings Strong written and oral communication skills Awareness of the surrounding community and issues related to CHRY s core listening audience Demonstrates innovation and problem solving skills Detail oriented and strong time management skills To apply: the News & Spoken Word Coordinator at chrynews@yorku.ca with a statement of interest and your resume by Wednesday, April 10, Statement of interest should specifically address your interest in community media and the CHRY mission and mandate, which can be found at This internship requires 8 hours/week and is unpaid, but can be recognized as course credit or community work if appropriate. CHRY 105.5FM is an anti-sexist, anti-racist, anti-homophobic organization that is committed to diversity and equity. We strongly encourage applications from women; people of colour; members of racial and/or ethnic minorities; First Nations people; people with disabilities and lesbian, bisexual, gay, transsexual, transgendered and queer-identified people.

7 THE NEW WAX SHOW is CHRY s local music news program; live every Tuesday 3-4pm broadcasting to the North Toronto region, the campus of York University and on the web. CHRY FM is looking for critical and creative minds to join the only locally focused music news and lifestyle radio program in Toronto. We offer FREE broadcast skills training in: writing/voicing, interviewing, audio editing and sound design. The position of New Wax Producer will work closely with New Wax reporters, script writers, techs and host with the direction of the Music Director to coordinate a high-quality and timely delivery of weekly New Wax features and segments. As an alternative news outlet, New Wax volunteers work as a team to collectively share skills and tasks. We are also committed to challenging ourselves and analyzing our stories individually at regular story meetings. For more on the New Wax Show and the CHRY Music Department, visit chry1055.blogspot.com Overseeing a large collective of volunteers with the common goal of creating one hour of original content each week. Scheduling story submissions and ensuring timely story submissions with New Wax Reporters Guiding NW Reporters/Contributors on audio quality, creative sound design and on-air delivery Checking content for material that breaches our mandate Producing show runsheet/script and organizing story submissions in database Ensuring program logs are filled out and broadcast policies followed Leading New Wax story meetings to solicit new material and ideas for the program Scheduling NW volunteers into various on and off-air positions as needed. Open-minded to various perspectives in alternative, socially engaging programming. Strong interest in non-mainstream and local music. Demonstrates an ability to work in a team/collective environment Strong written and oral communication skills Demonstrates innovation and problem solving skills Detail oriented and strong time management skills Strong research and critical thinking skills To apply: The Music Coordinator at chrymd@yorku.ca with a statement of interest and your resume by Tuesday, April 2 nd (noon). This internship requires 5-8 hours/week and is unpaid, but can be recognized as course credit or Co-curricular service-learning experience where applicable. CHRY 105.5FM is an anti-sexist, anti-racist, anti-homophobic environment that is committed to diversity and equity. We strongly encourage applications form women; people of colour; members of racial and/or ethnic minorities; First Nations people; people with disabilities and lesbian, bisexual, gay, transsexual, transgendered and queer-identified people.

8 CHRY is a community-based, non-profit, volunteer run radio station that has been serving the North Toronto community for 25 years. We believe in professional and guided programming that reflects the diverse issues and cultures in the surrounding areas. Our mandate is to provide alternative programming such as music, especially Canadian music, not generally heard on commercial stations. Although students play an important role in programming, we also provide access to members of the community at large. We are looking for a professional team player who can think creatively; take constructive criticism and is comfortable working in an ethnically diverse, anti-oppressive workplace. The ideal candidate is looking to enter a career in advertising, television, radio or marketing. Note: This is an unpaid internship. Coordinating on-campus and off campus tabling opportunities to promote the brand of CHRY RADIO Responsible for the tabling set-up and preparing the scheduling requirements for each opportunity Assisting with event coordination special events i.e. YorkFETE and Battle of the Playlist and/or live remotes Booking live appearances for the station to market its brand outside of the York Community Coordinating the calendar of events Organizing an inventory of all promo materials needed for tabling or live appearance opportunities Write scripts for hosts and programmers Responsible for handling all aspect of promoting a special event using social media i.e. Twitter and Facebook, blasts, writing radio script promo Must be available on certain weekends for events support Expert command of English. (A second language is a huge asset, but not a requirement.) Copy editing and Copy writing skills Able to design or create posters needed to promote special events (if necessary) Tech Savy owns a smartphone or access to equipment that can instantly upload images or video to social media outlets Access to a vehicle valid G-Class driver s license Excellent communication, time-management, organization and interpersonal skills. Strong computer skills in Windows and MS Office. Able to work independently at home or in the CHRY office. Comfortable working in a progressive, ethnically diverse, inclusive, professional environment. Able to take constructive criticism and adapt to rapid change. Super detail-oriented and comfortable working to tight deadlines. Ideally Enrolled in or a recent graduate of a post-secondary institution for Event Management, Creative Advertising, Marketing, Communication Studies but we are open to other majors provided they meet the above criteria. To apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter and to: chryads@yorku.ca with Special Events Position in the subject line. CHRY 105.5FM is an anti-sexist, anti-racist, anti-homophobic environment that is committed to diversity and equity. We strongly encourage applications from women; people of colour; members of racial and/or ethnic minorities; First Nations people; people with disabilities and lesbian, bisexual, gay, transsexual, transgendered and queer-identified people.

9 CHRY is a community-based, non-profit, volunteer run radio station that has been serving the North Toronto community for 25 years. We believe in professional and guided programming that reflects the diverse issues and cultures in the surrounding areas. Our mandate is to provide alternative programming such as music, especially Canadian music, not generally heard on commercial stations. Although students play an important role in programming, we also provide access to members of the community at large. We are looking for a professional team player who can think creatively; take constructive criticism and is comfortable working in an ethnically diverse, anti-oppressive workplace. The ideal candidate is looking to enter a career in advertising, television, radio or marketing. Note: This is an unpaid internship. Write creative, concise sales copy for CHRY FM marketing department Research different campaign needs for CHRY, current clients, and students that subscribe to our e-newsletter Edit and prepare bi-weekly e-newsletter, posters, flyers brochures and sales packages Prepare training manuals for Sales Agents within marketing department with content provided by Supervisor Assist with scheduling bi-weekly content for the e-newsletter Other duties as assigned Expert command of English (A second language is a huge asset, but not a requirement) Copy editing skills Able to work independently at home or in the CHRY office Excellent communication, time-management, organization and interpersonal skills Strong computer skills in Windows and MS Office Comfortable working in a progressive, ethnically diverse, inclusive, professional environment. Able to take constructive criticism and adapt to rapid change Super detail-oriented and comfortable working to tight deadlines Enrolled in or a recent graduate of a post-secondary institution for broadcasting, creative advertising, marketing, or communication studies (other programs will be considered as long as the above skills are met) To apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter and 2 samples of sales writing pieces to: chryads@yorku.ca with Sales Copywriter in the subject line. CHRY 105.5FM is an anti-sexist, anti-racist, anti-homophobic environment that is committed to diversity and equity. We strongly encourage applications from women; people of colour; members of racial and/or ethnic minorities; First Nations people; people with disabilities and lesbian, bisexual, gay, transsexual, transgendered and queer-identified people.