Opportunities From: KBOO Community Radio

Volunteer: Voice an On-Air Announcement: McMenamins - Kerosene Dream

Lend your voice to record the promo script below!

*Please be sure to select "RSVP" to let us know you are taking on this opportunity

Scripts:Script 1: "Support for KBOO comes from its members, and from McMenamins, presenting the Kerosene Dream Annual Reunion Show at the Mission Theater on Saturday, February 28th. Tickets and info available at mission theater pdx dot com." Script 2: "Support for KBOO comes from its members, and from McMenamins, presenting the Kerosene Dream Annual Reunion Show at the Mission Theater tonight at 8pm. Tickets and info available at mission theater pdx dot com."



Recording Details

If you can, please place your completed audio in this folder: Promo Audio Submitted by the deadline: 1/26/26 If you are unable to access the folder, you can email your audio file to Engagement@kboo.org Accepted file types: WAV, FLAC, or MP3Promos should not exceed 45 seconds ideally
Please make sure to watch your levels, so your voice doesn't clipAccording to FCC regulations, music beds are NOT allowed in underwriting promos


Where and how to record your promo:
If you have taken Introduction to Studio Production, you can check out a production studio (by email volunteer@kboo.org) and record/mix your promo at the station in a production studio!

You may also produce the promo remotely if you wish! If you don't have any equipment, a smartphone with a basic recording app works just fine, but please be mindful of audio quality.

Pro Tip for recording at home: Record in a dense space, surrounding yourself with blankets and pillows can help absorb reverb and white noise. Closets usually work great for this! You can also place a sock over your phone speaker to act as a pop filter.

Department: On-air Programming

Lend your voice to record the promo script below!

*Please be sure to select "RSVP" to let us know you are taking on this opportunity

Scripts:Script 1: "Support for KBOO comes from its members, and from McMenamins, presenting the Kerosene Dream Annual Reunion Show at the Mission Theater on Saturday, February 28th. Tickets and info available at mission theater pdx dot com." Script 2: "Support for KBOO comes from its members, and from McMenamins, presenting the Kerosene Dream Annual Reunion Show at the Mission Theater tonight at 8pm. Tickets and info available at mission theater pdx dot com."



Recording Details

If you can, please place your completed audio in this folder: Promo Audio Submitted by the deadline: 1/26/26 If you are unable to access the folder, you can email your audio file to Engagement@kboo.org Accepted file types: WAV, FLAC, or MP3Promos should not exceed 45 seconds ideally
Please make sure to watch your levels, so your voice doesn't clipAccording to FCC regulations, music beds are NOT allowed in underwriting promos


Where and how to record your promo:
If you have taken Introduction to Studio Production, you can check out a production studio (by email volunteer@kboo.org) and record/mix your promo at the station in a production studio!

You may also produce the promo remotely if you wish! If you don't have any equipment, a smartphone with a basic recording app works just fine, but please be mindful of audio quality.

Pro Tip for recording at home: Record in a dense space, surrounding yourself with blankets and pillows can help absorb reverb and white noise. Closets usually work great for this! You can also place a sock over your phone speaker to act as a pop filter.

Department: On-air Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Business Outreach Workgroup

The Business Outreach Workgroup conducts outreach with businesses to establish, build and maintain relationships on behalf of KBOO Community Radio. Come meet with us to discuss: who we outreach to; making visits/conducting outreach; type of outreach like calls, emails, or DMs; keeping track of our progress.

Department: Development and Fundraising

The Business Outreach Workgroup conducts outreach with businesses to establish, build and maintain relationships on behalf of KBOO Community Radio. Come meet with us to discuss: who we outreach to; making visits/conducting outreach; type of outreach like calls, emails, or DMs; keeping track of our progress.

Department: Development and Fundraising

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Voice an On-Air Announcement: Development & Events Committee Meeting February 2026

Lend your voice to record the on-air announcement script below

*Please be sure to select "RSVP" to let us know you are taking on this opportunity!


Dev & Events Committee Meeting Rescheduled Feb 2026 Script: Kay Boo Community Radio holds open meetings concerning the operations and programming of Kay Boo, in accordance with requirements of the Communications Act of 1934, and certification requirements of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Information about Kay Boo Community Radio's open meeting policy is available at our website at Kay Boo dot FM. This month's Development and Events Committee meeting will be held on Monday, February 9th, at 5 PM. The meeting will be held at 20 South East 8th Avenue in Portland and online through a public video conference. A public link and phone number to attend the meeting virtually can be found on our website at Kay Boo dot FM. Please visit our website to verify if a meeting is being held. ---

Recording Details

If you can, please place your completed audio in this folder: Promo Audio Submitted by the deadline: 1/26/2026The duration must be under 45 seconds. If you are unable to access the folder, you can email your audio file to program@kboo.org Accepted file types: WAV, FLAC, or MP3 Please be sure to watch your levels, so your voice doesn't clip. We may not be able to use your recording if the audio quality is poor. If you are capable of adding a music bed, we deeply appreciate it! If not, no worries. We can seek support from an editing volunteer after you submit your voicing clip.

Where and how to record your promo:

If you have taken Introduction to Studio Production, you may check out a production studio (by email volunteer@kboo.org) and record/mix your promo at the station in a production studio! This is recommended for best sound quality.

You may also produce the spot remotely if you wish! If you don't have any equipment, a smartphone with a basic recording app is sufficient, so long as you're mindful with your recording set up.

Tips for recording at home: Record in a dense space, surrounding yourself with blankets and pillows can help absorb reverb and white noise. Closets usually work great for this! You can also place a sock over your phone speaker to act as a pop filter. If your voice sounds distorted, try moving a little bit further from the recording device and try to project your voice more. If you have loud appliances or devices that are producing a hum nearby, you may want to unplug them while you record.

Department: On-air Programming

Lend your voice to record the on-air announcement script below

*Please be sure to select "RSVP" to let us know you are taking on this opportunity!


Dev & Events Committee Meeting Rescheduled Feb 2026 Script: Kay Boo Community Radio holds open meetings concerning the operations and programming of Kay Boo, in accordance with requirements of the Communications Act of 1934, and certification requirements of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Information about Kay Boo Community Radio's open meeting policy is available at our website at Kay Boo dot FM. This month's Development and Events Committee meeting will be held on Monday, February 9th, at 5 PM. The meeting will be held at 20 South East 8th Avenue in Portland and online through a public video conference. A public link and phone number to attend the meeting virtually can be found on our website at Kay Boo dot FM. Please visit our website to verify if a meeting is being held. ---

Recording Details

If you can, please place your completed audio in this folder: Promo Audio Submitted by the deadline: 1/26/2026The duration must be under 45 seconds. If you are unable to access the folder, you can email your audio file to program@kboo.org Accepted file types: WAV, FLAC, or MP3 Please be sure to watch your levels, so your voice doesn't clip. We may not be able to use your recording if the audio quality is poor. If you are capable of adding a music bed, we deeply appreciate it! If not, no worries. We can seek support from an editing volunteer after you submit your voicing clip.

Where and how to record your promo:

If you have taken Introduction to Studio Production, you may check out a production studio (by email volunteer@kboo.org) and record/mix your promo at the station in a production studio! This is recommended for best sound quality.

You may also produce the spot remotely if you wish! If you don't have any equipment, a smartphone with a basic recording app is sufficient, so long as you're mindful with your recording set up.

Tips for recording at home: Record in a dense space, surrounding yourself with blankets and pillows can help absorb reverb and white noise. Closets usually work great for this! You can also place a sock over your phone speaker to act as a pop filter. If your voice sounds distorted, try moving a little bit further from the recording device and try to project your voice more. If you have loud appliances or devices that are producing a hum nearby, you may want to unplug them while you record.

Department: On-air Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Help distribute the BOO Beat Zine!

We're looking for volunteers to assist with the mailing and distribution of the BOO Beat zine starting the week of 1/5/2026! This task is 100% flexible, and can be done on your own time, on your schedule.

Mailing: Assisting with packaging orders on-site at the KBOO station.

Distribution: Assisting with distributing the zines at various locations (coffee shops, universities, etc...) around the Portland area.

Department: Web and Social Media

We're looking for volunteers to assist with the mailing and distribution of the BOO Beat zine starting the week of 1/5/2026! This task is 100% flexible, and can be done on your own time, on your schedule.

Mailing: Assisting with packaging orders on-site at the KBOO station.

Distribution: Assisting with distributing the zines at various locations (coffee shops, universities, etc...) around the Portland area.

Department: Web and Social Media

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Too Much Information Board Operator

We're looking for someone to board op for our Tuesday morning talk block show Too Much Information with Abe and Traci. It is a weekly call-in show that airs from 8am to 9am but you will come in to set up at 7:30am.

The show runs a little different than our other call-ins as the hosts call in themselves, so you may have to come in to get taught how to have them on the same line so they can take calls. Additionally, you'll have to touch base with the hosts on the best way to communicate with them during the show as you won't be able to use the Talk Back button on the board.

FCC Basics, Board Op Training and confidence using the phone/telos are prerequisites for this opportunity.

Department: On-air Programming

We're looking for someone to board op for our Tuesday morning talk block show Too Much Information with Abe and Traci. It is a weekly call-in show that airs from 8am to 9am but you will come in to set up at 7:30am.

The show runs a little different than our other call-ins as the hosts call in themselves, so you may have to come in to get taught how to have them on the same line so they can take calls. Additionally, you'll have to touch base with the hosts on the best way to communicate with them during the show as you won't be able to use the Talk Back button on the board.

FCC Basics, Board Op Training and confidence using the phone/telos are prerequisites for this opportunity.

Department: On-air Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Produce an Evergreen

In broadcasting an “Evergreen,” refers to a prerecorded audio piece that is always good for broadcast, because there are no references to dates, times, current events, weather, seasonal membership drive pitches, etc. Nothing that could make the piece sound like a rebroadcast.

One big way you can help out in the programming department is to produce Evergreen AudioPilots or Radiozines!
AudioPilots/Radiozines are one-off pieces of programming or even limited series that are plugged in during open timeslots on the air schedule. AudioPilots encompass DJ sets, radio theater, comedy, sonic art, poetry, and all things music, arts, and culture. Radiozines are public affairs centered, meaning the format is talk radio. This might look like interviews and panel discussions.

AudioPilots and Radiozines don't have to be evergreen or prerecorded, but when they are, it adds to our library of back-up programming. We can then rely on them in an emergency. If you're only interested in producing timely content, that's great too! Every bit of programming makes a difference. You can learn more about AudioPilots and Radiozines here and keep an eye out for "On-Air Shift" needs here on Galaxy. In many ways, these two volunteer needs overlap. In fact, you can edit an evergreen version of most on-air shifts you produce or even shows produced by others.

File Specifications for Evergreens:

Accepted File Types: WAV, FLAC, MP3

Include a Legal ID in the opening remarks, as well as at the top of every hour "K-B-O-O Portland"

Longer files should be broken into 1-hour segments (this allows more flexibility when scheduling)

Resets and back announcing should occur at minimum every 15 - 30 minutes

File Duration:

Radiozines should either be 28 minutes or 58 minutes

AudioPilots can be multiple hours long and rounded to the hour (60 minute segments)

The last 5 minutes of music/culture programming should be music only. All closing remarks should be completed by the 55-minute mark in the file. This is to account for the file potentially being cut off at the end of the timeslot by the announcements at the top of the hour.

Submit the audio to thisgoogle form, with the following naming convention:

YYYY_MM_DD EVERGREEN Audiopilot/radiozine description (clean/explicit) - Your Name

i.e. 2024_07_28 EVERGREEN AudioPilot Hip Hop Soul Music (Explicit) - DJ Jazzy Jeff

i.e. 2024_11_01 EVERGREEN Radiozine Interview with Jane Doe (Clean) - Joe Schmoe

We appreciate all genres and topics!

At this time we have a high need for: poetry, radio theater, comedy, hiphop, reggae, world music, literature, and music and/or public affairs in spanish.

When your evergreen is scheduled for broadcast, program staff will notify you!

Prerequisites: FCC Legal Training

*Basic audio editing knowledge is required.
*You are welcome to edit from home or by checking out a production studio at the station.


Department: On-air Programming

In broadcasting an “Evergreen,” refers to a prerecorded audio piece that is always good for broadcast, because there are no references to dates, times, current events, weather, seasonal membership drive pitches, etc. Nothing that could make the piece sound like a rebroadcast.

One big way you can help out in the programming department is to produce Evergreen AudioPilots or Radiozines!
AudioPilots/Radiozines are one-off pieces of programming or even limited series that are plugged in during open timeslots on the air schedule. AudioPilots encompass DJ sets, radio theater, comedy, sonic art, poetry, and all things music, arts, and culture. Radiozines are public affairs centered, meaning the format is talk radio. This might look like interviews and panel discussions.

AudioPilots and Radiozines don't have to be evergreen or prerecorded, but when they are, it adds to our library of back-up programming. We can then rely on them in an emergency. If you're only interested in producing timely content, that's great too! Every bit of programming makes a difference. You can learn more about AudioPilots and Radiozines here and keep an eye out for "On-Air Shift" needs here on Galaxy. In many ways, these two volunteer needs overlap. In fact, you can edit an evergreen version of most on-air shifts you produce or even shows produced by others.

File Specifications for Evergreens:

Accepted File Types: WAV, FLAC, MP3

Include a Legal ID in the opening remarks, as well as at the top of every hour "K-B-O-O Portland"

Longer files should be broken into 1-hour segments (this allows more flexibility when scheduling)

Resets and back announcing should occur at minimum every 15 - 30 minutes

File Duration:

Radiozines should either be 28 minutes or 58 minutes

AudioPilots can be multiple hours long and rounded to the hour (60 minute segments)

The last 5 minutes of music/culture programming should be music only. All closing remarks should be completed by the 55-minute mark in the file. This is to account for the file potentially being cut off at the end of the timeslot by the announcements at the top of the hour.

Submit the audio to thisgoogle form, with the following naming convention:

YYYY_MM_DD EVERGREEN Audiopilot/radiozine description (clean/explicit) - Your Name

i.e. 2024_07_28 EVERGREEN AudioPilot Hip Hop Soul Music (Explicit) - DJ Jazzy Jeff

i.e. 2024_11_01 EVERGREEN Radiozine Interview with Jane Doe (Clean) - Joe Schmoe

We appreciate all genres and topics!

At this time we have a high need for: poetry, radio theater, comedy, hiphop, reggae, world music, literature, and music and/or public affairs in spanish.

When your evergreen is scheduled for broadcast, program staff will notify you!

Prerequisites: FCC Legal Training

*Basic audio editing knowledge is required.
*You are welcome to edit from home or by checking out a production studio at the station.


Department: On-air Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Board Operator - Let's Talk!

Let's Talk! is live every 1st Friday of the month, from 11 am to 12 pm.
Please arrive at 10:30 am to prep the studios and touch base with the program hosts about the run-of-show.

This program does not take callers on the air, so you can focus on monitoring the microphone levels, listening for FCC violations, and transitioning to and from the automation system at the beginning and end of the program.

Let’s Talk! is a show created by and for students at PCC. The program explores culture and social justice issues from the lens of people experiencing disabilities

Prerequisite: Board Operator Training

If you are new to board operating and are interested in shadowing this shift or having a staff member with you while you get comfortable board oping. Please contact program@kboo.org

Department: Engineering

Let's Talk! is live every 1st Friday of the month, from 11 am to 12 pm.
Please arrive at 10:30 am to prep the studios and touch base with the program hosts about the run-of-show.

This program does not take callers on the air, so you can focus on monitoring the microphone levels, listening for FCC violations, and transitioning to and from the automation system at the beginning and end of the program.

Let’s Talk! is a show created by and for students at PCC. The program explores culture and social justice issues from the lens of people experiencing disabilities

Prerequisite: Board Operator Training

If you are new to board operating and are interested in shadowing this shift or having a staff member with you while you get comfortable board oping. Please contact program@kboo.org

Department: Engineering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97013

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Event Workgroup Team Members

We are looking for interested volunteers to participate in KBOO's event planning workgroup and events team. Meetings will be held 1-2 times a month to build on and collaborate on an events strategy for the station, and to execute events over the calendar year. Sign up is on an ongoing basis and folks are able to join at any time!

No experience necessary! Please reach out to Arty Wall at Membership@kboo.org or Kate Chase at Engagement@kboo.org for any questions! 

Department: Events

We are looking for interested volunteers to participate in KBOO's event planning workgroup and events team. Meetings will be held 1-2 times a month to build on and collaborate on an events strategy for the station, and to execute events over the calendar year. Sign up is on an ongoing basis and folks are able to join at any time!

No experience necessary! Please reach out to Arty Wall at Membership@kboo.org or Kate Chase at Engagement@kboo.org for any questions! 

Department: Events

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Membership Assistant/ Data Entry

The Membership Department is seeking a regular weekly/bi-weekly volunteer to assist with various tasks such as: data entry, phone calls, project tasks, etc. You will be working with either the Membership Director, Data Coordinator, or both. These times and days are flexible. We are ultimately looking for someone who is willing to learn some of the ins and outs and to become a regular face in the Membership Department, joining us for 2-4 hours once a week.

Department: Membership and Finance

The Membership Department is seeking a regular weekly/bi-weekly volunteer to assist with various tasks such as: data entry, phone calls, project tasks, etc. You will be working with either the Membership Director, Data Coordinator, or both. These times and days are flexible. We are ultimately looking for someone who is willing to learn some of the ins and outs and to become a regular face in the Membership Department, joining us for 2-4 hours once a week.

Department: Membership and Finance

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Radical Romance Board Operator and Collaborator

KBOO's Radical Romance, an advice show for people in or thinking about non-traditional relationships, and the host, Dr. Tony Zimbardi is looking for a board operator and collaborator.

The show is on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10am to 11am. Show up by 9:30 am to get set up. You will work the board, monitor levels, answer the phones, and potentially get on the air with Dr. Tony.

Prerequisite: Board Operator Training

If you are new to board operating and are interested in shadowing this shift or having a staff member with you while you get comfortable board oping. Please contact program@kboo.org / Volunteer@kboo.org

Department: Engineering

KBOO's Radical Romance, an advice show for people in or thinking about non-traditional relationships, and the host, Dr. Tony Zimbardi is looking for a board operator and collaborator.

The show is on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10am to 11am. Show up by 9:30 am to get set up. You will work the board, monitor levels, answer the phones, and potentially get on the air with Dr. Tony.

Prerequisite: Board Operator Training

If you are new to board operating and are interested in shadowing this shift or having a staff member with you while you get comfortable board oping. Please contact program@kboo.org / Volunteer@kboo.org

Department: Engineering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Update Front Page of the KBOO Website

The episodes that appear on the front page of the KBOO website are manually curated.
Can you help us keep it looking fresh and up to date?

Here's a 5-minute tutorial describing the process.
(Sorry for the low resolution!)


Upon signing up, we'll get you a website login and/or update your user credentials so you have access to edit the front page.
If you could help with even just one shift, it would be a massive help!

Department: Web and Social Media

The episodes that appear on the front page of the KBOO website are manually curated.
Can you help us keep it looking fresh and up to date?

Here's a 5-minute tutorial describing the process.
(Sorry for the low resolution!)


Upon signing up, we'll get you a website login and/or update your user credentials so you have access to edit the front page.
If you could help with even just one shift, it would be a massive help!

Department: Web and Social Media

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Reception - Afternoon

Welcome visitors to KBOO. Answer the phone, forward calls, and check messages. Keep the lobby tidy. And more!

No experience necessary. Nate, the Volunteer Coordinator, will train you on your first shift. There is a Reception Manual you can review, though it is being updated as not everything is applicable anymore.

While the shifts are scheduled from 9am to 1pm and 1pm to 5pm, you don't have to work the full shift. Whatever works for you in that time frame is fine. Just leave a note when responding to the Opportunity.

Department: Reception and Facilities

Welcome visitors to KBOO. Answer the phone, forward calls, and check messages. Keep the lobby tidy. And more!

No experience necessary. Nate, the Volunteer Coordinator, will train you on your first shift. There is a Reception Manual you can review, though it is being updated as not everything is applicable anymore.

While the shifts are scheduled from 9am to 1pm and 1pm to 5pm, you don't have to work the full shift. Whatever works for you in that time frame is fine. Just leave a note when responding to the Opportunity.

Department: Reception and Facilities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Reception - Morning

Welcome visitors to KBOO. Answer the phone, forward calls, and check messages. Keep the lobby tidy. And more!

No experience necessary. Nate, the Volunteer Coordinator, will train you on your first shift. There is a Reception Manual you can review, though it is being updated as not everything is applicable anymore.

While the shifts are scheduled from 9am to 1pm and 1pm to 5pm, you don't have to work the full shift. Whatever works for you in that time frame is fine. Just leave a note when responding to the Opportunity.

Department: Reception and Facilities

Welcome visitors to KBOO. Answer the phone, forward calls, and check messages. Keep the lobby tidy. And more!

No experience necessary. Nate, the Volunteer Coordinator, will train you on your first shift. There is a Reception Manual you can review, though it is being updated as not everything is applicable anymore.

While the shifts are scheduled from 9am to 1pm and 1pm to 5pm, you don't have to work the full shift. Whatever works for you in that time frame is fine. Just leave a note when responding to the Opportunity.

Department: Reception and Facilities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Add Music Bedding to Promos

Lend your audio editing skills to mix an on-air announcement!
Help out your fellow volunteers by adding a music bed underneath their voice recording.

This opportunity is on-going. The Program Director will reach out to you by email when there is a promo that needs to be mixed.

Recording Details

If you can, please place the completed audio in this folder: Promo Audio Submitted. If you are unable to do so, you can email your file to Program@kboo.org Accepted file types: WAV, FLAC, or MP3 Try to find the sweet spot with the music bed. We don't want it to overpower the voice but also not too faint.

Where and how to record your promo:

If you have taken Introduction to Studio Production, you can checkout a production studio (by email volunteer@kboo.org) and mix the promo at the station in a production studio!

You may also edit from home! If you don't have editing software at home, we recommend using Audacity! It is free and open-source.
If you want to help with opportunity but don't know how to edit audio, not a problem! Please contact Program@kboo.org to schedule an Introduction to Audio Editing Training (We'll be using Audacity in the training).

If you wish to voice AND mix your own promos, please also sign up for "Voice On-Air Announcements" opportunity.

Please email Program@kboo.org with any questions.

Department: On-air Programming

Lend your audio editing skills to mix an on-air announcement!
Help out your fellow volunteers by adding a music bed underneath their voice recording.

This opportunity is on-going. The Program Director will reach out to you by email when there is a promo that needs to be mixed.

Recording Details

If you can, please place the completed audio in this folder: Promo Audio Submitted. If you are unable to do so, you can email your file to Program@kboo.org Accepted file types: WAV, FLAC, or MP3 Try to find the sweet spot with the music bed. We don't want it to overpower the voice but also not too faint.

Where and how to record your promo:

If you have taken Introduction to Studio Production, you can checkout a production studio (by email volunteer@kboo.org) and mix the promo at the station in a production studio!

You may also edit from home! If you don't have editing software at home, we recommend using Audacity! It is free and open-source.
If you want to help with opportunity but don't know how to edit audio, not a problem! Please contact Program@kboo.org to schedule an Introduction to Audio Editing Training (We'll be using Audacity in the training).

If you wish to voice AND mix your own promos, please also sign up for "Voice On-Air Announcements" opportunity.

Please email Program@kboo.org with any questions.

Department: On-air Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: News Board Operator

The News Board Operator runs the show, managing the live anchors, clips, and music. They also collaborate with the Producer and the Anchors to ensure the show runs on time.  This is a difficult type of board operation, so if you're interested and haven't done it before, reach out to newsdirector@kboo.org to get set up with a training session! Classes required: Board Op Training, News Board Op Shadow

Department: KBOO News Team

The News Board Operator runs the show, managing the live anchors, clips, and music. They also collaborate with the Producer and the Anchors to ensure the show runs on time.  This is a difficult type of board operation, so if you're interested and haven't done it before, reach out to newsdirector@kboo.org to get set up with a training session! Classes required: Board Op Training, News Board Op Shadow

Department: KBOO News Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97213

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: KBOO News Producer

Producers are experienced news reporters who are tasked with organizing the news production process and the newscast itself. They edit the writing of other reporters, pull syndicated audio clips and organize the runsheet for the show so the newscast is cohesive. Their work can be done virtually, or at the station.

News producers build their writing and editing skills as well as critical thinking and organization.

Classes required: Producing the KBOO News

Department: KBOO News Team

Producers are experienced news reporters who are tasked with organizing the news production process and the newscast itself. They edit the writing of other reporters, pull syndicated audio clips and organize the runsheet for the show so the newscast is cohesive. Their work can be done virtually, or at the station.

News producers build their writing and editing skills as well as critical thinking and organization.

Classes required: Producing the KBOO News

Department: KBOO News Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: KBOO News Anchor

News anchors read the newscast on air and conduct live interviews when the show is live. They arrive at the station at 4:30 to prepare for the live broadcast by reading through their scripts. Anchors collaborate with the Producer and the Board Operator to ensure the newscast flows smoothly and runs on time.  News anchors build their on mic and voicing skills, as well as interviewing. Classes required: Voicing and Audio Editing, Anchoring and Announcing, Interviewing Techniques

Department: KBOO News Team

News anchors read the newscast on air and conduct live interviews when the show is live. They arrive at the station at 4:30 to prepare for the live broadcast by reading through their scripts. Anchors collaborate with the Producer and the Board Operator to ensure the newscast flows smoothly and runs on time.  News anchors build their on mic and voicing skills, as well as interviewing. Classes required: Voicing and Audio Editing, Anchoring and Announcing, Interviewing Techniques

Department: KBOO News Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97213

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Remote News Anchor

News anchors read the newscast on air. When the show is pre-recorded, anchors edit the newscast on a short deadline so it can air. Their work can be done with borrowed equipment at home, or in the studio. News anchors build their on mic and voicing skills, as well as audio editing. Classes required: Voicing and Audio Editing, Anchoring and Announcing, Interviewing Techniques

 

 

Department: KBOO News Team

News anchors read the newscast on air. When the show is pre-recorded, anchors edit the newscast on a short deadline so it can air. Their work can be done with borrowed equipment at home, or in the studio. News anchors build their on mic and voicing skills, as well as audio editing. Classes required: Voicing and Audio Editing, Anchoring and Announcing, Interviewing Techniques

 

 

Department: KBOO News Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97213

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Audio Editing - Evergreen Versions of Archived Shows

We need your help to create  "evergreen" versions of past KBOO broadcasts!

“Evergreen,” means a broadcast piece that is always good for broadcast, because there are no references to dates, times, current events, weather, seasonal membership drive pitches, etc. Nothing that would indicate that the audio is a rebroadcast. We need your help to edit out these untimely references, so the audio can be played at any time, especially in the event of an emergency!

Here are the details!

(we'll provide access to the folders linked in this document after you sign up)

This volunteer opportunity is a huge help!

If you would like to help create fresh evergreen content, we appreciate that as well! More Info here.

*Basic audio editing knowledge is required.
*You are welcome to edit from home or by checking out a production studio at the station.

Department: On-air Programming

We need your help to create  "evergreen" versions of past KBOO broadcasts!

“Evergreen,” means a broadcast piece that is always good for broadcast, because there are no references to dates, times, current events, weather, seasonal membership drive pitches, etc. Nothing that would indicate that the audio is a rebroadcast. We need your help to edit out these untimely references, so the audio can be played at any time, especially in the event of an emergency!

Here are the details!

(we'll provide access to the folders linked in this document after you sign up)

This volunteer opportunity is a huge help!

If you would like to help create fresh evergreen content, we appreciate that as well! More Info here.

*Basic audio editing knowledge is required.
*You are welcome to edit from home or by checking out a production studio at the station.

Department: On-air Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 97214

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: News Reporter

Reporters at KBOO News volunteer to create content for the KBOO Evening News. They research and write up stories for anchors to read on air. They conduct interviews and edit audio for the newscast. They also go out into the field to report on events and collect audio. Their work can be done virtually, however in-person opportunities are also available.

News volunteers build their writing, interviewing, critical thinking, investigation and audio editing skills.

Classes required: Newsroom Orientation, Writing for Radio, Voicing and Audio Editing

Classes recommended: Interviewing Techniques, News Editing in Audacity

 

Department: KBOO News Team

Reporters at KBOO News volunteer to create content for the KBOO Evening News. They research and write up stories for anchors to read on air. They conduct interviews and edit audio for the newscast. They also go out into the field to report on events and collect audio. Their work can be done virtually, however in-person opportunities are also available.

News volunteers build their writing, interviewing, critical thinking, investigation and audio editing skills.

Classes required: Newsroom Orientation, Writing for Radio, Voicing and Audio Editing

Classes recommended: Interviewing Techniques, News Editing in Audacity

 

Department: KBOO News Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Host music program

This opportunity exists so you can log volunteer hours under this opportunity.

If you are interested in becoming a program host, please join us for Programmer Orientation to learn more about the programming department and what it takes to have a show at KBOO!

When you're ready you can apply for a program here.

Department: On-air Programming

This opportunity exists so you can log volunteer hours under this opportunity.

If you are interested in becoming a program host, please join us for Programmer Orientation to learn more about the programming department and what it takes to have a show at KBOO!

When you're ready you can apply for a program here.

Department: On-air Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Allow Groups: No