Technical Content Programmer / Lecturer - Radio Broadcasting

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi offers the highest standards of tertiary education from certificate to doctorate levels, including programmes for international scholars of indigenous studies. Our vision is to promote, grow and sustain Māori language, knowledge and culture, according to tikanga Māori practice.

This is an exciting time to be part of Māori and indigenous scholarship, and our success relies on the excellence of our people and our connection to the communities that we serve. We offer a stimulating teaching, research and professional working environment in one of our three campuses: our main campus in Whakatāne, Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) and Te Tai Tokerau (Northland).    

The Technical Content Programmer / Lecturer will be responsible for programming on-campus radio stations and teaching key competencies in audio engineering and radio programming. This role involves maintaining studio equipment, ensuring software licensing, and staying updated with current broadcasting technology.

Our successful candidate will have:

·         A Diploma in Broadcasting or relevant qualification.

·         Excellent understanding of the Broadcasting Act and related legal considerations (libel, defamation, privacy laws).

·         Practical knowledge and skills in audio production and its related software/hardware.

·         Experience in NZ Commercial Radio Industry.

·         Strong understanding and knowledge in key disciplines of radio, ie voice, promotions, sales, creative, announcing.

·         Experience in the use of social media applications.

·         Experience with ‘back-end’ hardware and software.

·         A current, unrestricted private motor vehicle licence.

Knowledge of tikanga Māori and the ability to kōrero Te Reo Māori to at least intermediate level is preferred.

We offer a supportive working environment and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.