Was the kind of output you're looking for even available back then? I'd like to hear what you settled on, if you do find something. We pulled the last one out a couple of years ago. It also had that proprietary lock on the audio card, wouldn't overlap anything and inserted a nice click between every file it switched to.

The last DOS-based system I got anywhere near was from Pristine. At the time, that was considered a bargain price. I think I paid something like $15,000 for the main system, the switcher and a production unit. In '92, we bought a DOS-based system that eventually became one of Scott's products. Some companies used encoding that wasn't compatible with wav or mp3 files, which was another factor that made it hard to move to a different system. Then, there's the matter of the audio files. The software wouldn't work without cards they supplied, and the cards wouldn't work without the specific software. Added to that, some of the better companies enhanced their hold on you (the customer) by forcing the sale of specific audio cards, which were serial locked to the software. High school diploma required.At least here in the American market, the original automation systems were very expensive.An internship or some experience in the same / similar position in radio is a plus.Familiarity with audio editing software like Adobe Audition a plus.Familiarity with broadcasting automation systems like Zetta Radio Automation System a plus.Knowledge of and use of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram).Dependability, reliability and extreme attention to detail a must.Must be able to work with little supervision and multiple demands during a live broadcast.Proficient in Google Apps Business Suite (Gmail / Docs / Sheets / Slides / Drive) or equivalent.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Pull and edit audio and post on station site and podcast platforms for on-demand listeningĬomplete forms for promotions department for all on-air giveaways during showĪvailable to work assigned shifts including early mornings, nights, overnights, weekends and holidays.

Post to social media accounts during show and interact with followers.

Answer phones for show duration and work with show producer to get callers on-air.

This is an entry-level position in radio broadcasting with the opportunity for growth.

Phone Screeners also post social media content during the show and post audio for on-demand / podcast listening. Phone Screeners help execute great radio programming by answering calls during live shows and interacting with listeners.

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