Syllabus for Nite Owl
Although some of the following is also covered by the announcer and engineer
tests at WMBR, the focus during
Nite Owl
is on proficiency, especially
while OTA (on the air).
- The WMBR Radio Station
- Mission of WMBR
- Management
- Policies
- Other members with similar shows and interests
- Observations of other shows
- How to get your own show
- Show Preparation
- Record library
- Playlists
- Content
- Formats of radio shows
- Monologues
- Timing
- Promotionals ("Promos")
- Public service announcements ("PSAs")
- Concert reports
- Ticket giveaways
- OTA - On The Air
- Microphone/chair placement
- Speaking style - speed, pitch, inflection, etc.
- Segues
- Board operation
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- What to do when trouble happens
- Feedback on performance
For more information, contact Ken, the Nite Owl
Coordinator, at
.