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Double j assistant music director

Sydney
Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
Music
Posted: 21 January
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Job no:
505221

Work type:
Ongoing Full Time

Location:
Various

Categories:
Journalism/Content Making, Production/Content

* Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane location
* Base $88k - $94k
* Permanent, full-time role

The Role
Are you passionate about music and shaping what listeners hear every day? Under the guidance of our Music Director, we have an exciting opportunity for you to play a key role in the day-to-day music programming at Double J. You'll help craft the distinctive sound of the network, contribute to its creative output, and ensure our playlists resonate with audiences across Australia.

Reporting To Music Director Double J, You Will

* Program music on Double J and help lead the sound of the network
* Develop and maintain knowledge of music and trends across a broad range of genres, particularly Australian music, that is relevant to Double J's core audience
* Help our program and content teams with music editorial decisions
* Maintain the Double J music library, including GSelector, Zetta and Netia databases.
* Respond to audience enquiries regarding music on Double J.
* Schedule and communicate promotional requirements to the Double J team.

Position Description: DOUBLE J ASSISTANT MUSIC
About You
If you love new music, can effectively multi-task and have recent experience in programming music for radio, this opportunity may be your dream job. You will have:

* Proven experience in a music programming role in radio or DSPs with accomplished editorial skills and judgement.
* Advanced knowledge and experience in operating digital broadcast systems, production programs and equipment such as GSelector, Netia, Protools and/or other music scheduling programs.
* Demonstrated administrative and organisational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and tasks and deliver to deadlines.
* Demonstrated communication and teamwork skills.
* High level understanding of and commitment to the role Double J plays in the Australian music and media landscape.

What We Can Offer You

* 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
* Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
* Salary packaging.
* ABC Mentoring.

More Info
In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.

To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact

If you want to know more, please contact Michelle Challans, Recruitment Lead, Screen and Audio via
We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.
We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

Applications Close: 11:55pm, Tuesday 10 February
Advertised:
20 Jan :00 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close:
10 Feb :55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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