Public Radio For Far West Texas
Our mission is to provide radio that unites the community and promotes cultural enrichment through presentation and focus on the importance of art, education, quality of life and the local economy.
Click here to view some press coverage about KRTS.
KRTS
Tom Michael, General Manager tom@marfapublicradio.org
Rachel Osier Lindley, Programming & Production Manager rachel@marfapublicradio.org
Anne Adkins, Office Manager & Volunteer Coordinator anne@marfapublicradio.org
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Employment
Operations Manager (Part Time) - KRTS Marfa Public Radio is seeking a part time Operations Manager to join our growing team. The Operations Manager will be responsible for creating, editing and reconciling KRTS and KOCV’s daily programming logs and station technical logs, and ensuring station facilities, equipment, and broadcast systems are secure and in good working order. This position works closely with staff on the scheduling of daily and weekly programs, breaking news, promos, and underwriting. Additionally, the employee will assist with the editing of local programs, along with editing/voicing promos and underwriting spots for air. The Operations Manager will also participate in on-air fundraising and assist volunteers through air-room support and production.
KRTS is looking for someone with experience using automation software for a radio station, and with experience in Adobe Audition or Protools audio editing software. The ideal candidate will be able to juggle projects with multiple hard deadlines. Technical knowledge of audio and tech equipment is required.
Please email a resume, cover letter and contact information for 3 references to info@marfapublicradio.org.
Development Manager - KOCV-FM, National Public Radio’s non-commercial affiliate for The Permian Basin, is being re-launched under new management by Marfa Public Radio. With plans underway for a new transmitter, greatly improved regional coverage, and a higher profile community image, we seek a Midland/Odessa based Development Manager to help the station achieve its fundraising and membership goals.
The ideal candidate is a positive, energetic, creative self-starter with a broad background in non-profit fundraising, development organization and practice, a successful track record in securing major gifts, and deep knowledge of and interest in the people, culture, and philanthropic community of the Permian Basin.
KOCV is seeking a seasoned fundraiser with the following:
- At least 3 years of fundraising/development experience
- Knowledge of Permian Basin philanthropic and business environments and an acquaintance with non-profit fundraising practices and organization preferred.
- Excellent verbal presentation skills in group, on-air and in one-on-one settings.
- Ability to collaborate and work in partnership with a diverse team of volunteers, staff members, donors and community members.
- Ability to think strategically while also maintaining focus on the details and individual tasks of a strategic plan.
- Knowledge/experience in donor prospecting, research methods and techniques and strategy necessary.
- Bachelors degree required
Please email a resume and cover letter (including 3 references) to Tom Michael at tom@marfapublicradio.org.
Internships
We are currently accepting applications for interns. To apply for an internship, please send us a resume, two references (with name and phone numbers) and a letter of interest to KRTS. For more information, call Rachel Osier Lindley at 432-729-4578.
KRTS welcomes Winter 2012 intern Alice Quinlan.
Press
Here’s some recent press about KRTS.
KRTS Board Members
Eugene Sepulveda (Board President)
Ginger Reeder (Board Vice President)
John Wotowicz (Board Treasurer)
Karen Bernstein
David Chappell
Joe Duran
Pete Gallego
John Jennings
R. Vic Morgan
Stephen Odewahn
Kay Taylor Burnett (emeritus)
KRTS Personnel
Howard Adkins
John Anderson
Steve Anderson
Dallas Baxter
David Beebe
David Branch
Ross Burns
Dan Chamberlin
Al Davis
JD Difabbio
Carol Fairlie
Laura Grolla
Rosario Halpern
David Hollander
Harry Hudson
Alice Jennings
John Jennings
Maiya Keck
Roseland Klein
Jason Oslo Kolker
Brian Lebarton
Dave Leonnig
Madge Lindsay
Billy Marginot
Joni Martinot
Scott May
Kate McKenna
Vince Michael
George Pitlik
Joe Nick Patoski
Katherine Shaughnessy
Dan Shiman
Mimi Smith
Pete Szilagyi
Lonn Taylor
Leslie Wilkes
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