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22 April 2007 | Opportunities | Ernesto Aguilar

The National Federation of Community Broadcasters (NFCB), a 31-year old grassroots membership organization for non-commercial, educational and public radio stations, seeks a creative and engaging Production Associate and Webmaster to maintain website content and consistency of design, maintain technical aspects of the organization (including remote offices), and produce polished layouts consistent with the style and “voice” of the organization. A successful associate should have a passion for nonprofit organizations.

We are a small non-profit operation promoting the mission, purpose and potential of community public radio around the country. This will be an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in IT and website administration in support of this effort.

The ideal candidate will have a commitment to non-profit, mission driven organizations and feel comfortable in a progressive, relaxed, diverse, small office. We are clear about our organizational goals and work hard to achieve them but maintain a fun, low-key office. You should have strong attention to detail, be self-motivated, and work collaboratively and independently under broad direction.

Responsibilities:
–Maintains and develops website infrastructure and format [www.nfcb.org and www.nativepublicmedia.org] in consultation with the director and communications staff; oversees development of new areas of the site (including a “members only” section)
–manages two listservs; maintains password protected portions of website, member database and access
–Creates (or revises) print collateral such as flyers, brochures, manuals, annual reports, monthly newsletters, grant application collateral, etc.
–Produces effective, engaging layouts that reinforce the “voice” and identity of the organization
–Coordinates with outside printers and understands all aspects of the printing process (proofing, paper, font management, print runs, press checks, etc.)
–Assembles and distributes monthly e-newsletter and electronic updates to members
–Works closely with communications, development and member-station activities and assists with annual conference

Qualifications:
–Familiarity with CSS, SSI, PHP, JSP, MySQL, Wordpress, Joomla, Dojo, and Javascript; knowledge of HTML coding.
–strong technical background including local networks, remote office support and Windows 2003 Small Business servers
–Experience in building, implementing, and administering live websites; confidence with listserv administration
–Proficiency in developing effective layouts consistent with the look and style of an organization or company; excellent desktop publishing and proofing skills
–Software: Dreamweaver, Photoshop/ImageReady, Illustrator, Pagemaker, Microsoft Office Suite, Access
–Ability to juggle multiple tasks on deadline with strong attention to detail
–Strong communication and organizational skills and an eye for detail.
–Ability to work both independently under direction and as a team
–Bachelor’s degree or related experience in IT or a technical field
–Experience with database management (Access)
–Commitment and enthusiasm for the mission, goals and objectives of the organization with a passion for community-based non-profits and community radio
–Ability to maintain and troubleshoot computers and printers in a PC environment
–Familiarity with web or podcasting desirable

This is a full time position with excellent benefits. The Production Associate and Webmaster reports directly to the CFO and supports the communications consultant.

Please send cover letter, resume, three work references, and links to examples of websites and/or samples of design work (high-quality color copies, photos, or digital photos) to: (**NOTE: please do NOT send originals or samples to be returned; you will be expected to bring a portfolio to show during the interview. If it is difficult for you to send samples of your work, please describe 4-6 projects that represent your production and web skills)

Lindsay Keller
NFCB
1970 Broadway, Suite 1000
Oakland, CA 94614
-OR-
jobs@nfcb.org

No phone calls; please do not bring your materials by the office.

***NFCB is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages people of color, women, LGBT persons, and persons with disabilities to apply.

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