Volunteer News Edition 16 2012

Welcome to New PBS announcers Adrian Meade, Matt McFetridge & Kate Reynolds [pictured] & Grace K [not pictured]

We’ve got some creative opportunities, roles for those with the gift of the gab, and admin roles. Don’t delay. Volunteer today!

Opportunities

Easey Magazine writers

Putting the word out for anybody who might be interested in writing an article for the next EASEY magazine, due out early December. Prospective articles should be music / music community related, and will end up being between 600 and 1800 words. Any ideas, send ‘em through to stonelovepbs@gmail.com

Reception Role* regular

Want to help out on a weekly basis? Like helping people? Do you have good communication skills? We’ve got a vacancy for PBS reception on Thursday afternoons 2pm-6pm during Juke Joint, Acid Country and Fang It! Immediate vacancy.     Email mara@pbsfm.org.au to secure this role.

What                     Reception

Day & Date          Thursdays

Time                      2pm-6pm

Location              PBS Radio Station, 47 Easey Street Collingwood

Library Cataloguers* rock, pop and hardcore sections to go

We’re almost halfway through the Hardcore Metal section and are yet to catalogue the Rock and Roll and indie rock section. Please help us catalogue the rest of it. To catalogue, you need to be able to operate I Tunes, have data entry skills and internet research skills   Email mara@pbsfm.org.au to help out.

What                    Library cataloguers

Day & Date        Lots of opportunities Monday to Friday between 10am-6pm

                             Monday 10 2 * 2 spots

                             Monday 2-6 * 2 spots

                             Tuesday 10-2 * 2 spots

                             Tuesday 2-6 * 2 spots

                             Wednesday 10-2 * 2 spots

                             Wednesday 2-6 * 1 spot

                             Thursday 10-2 * 2 spots

                             Thursday 2-6 * 2 spots

                             Friday 10-2 * 1 spot

                             Friday 2-6 * 2 spots

Location             PBS Radio station, 47 Easey Street Collingwood

Librarian*good role for a person with a lot of time, an eye for detail and a love of music

Love crossing your t’s and dotting the i’s? Well maybe we’ve got a role for you. We’re looking for a music fan librarian to keep it in check. We’re currently doing to the rock/pop and hardcore & metal sections, so if you like that music, and you’ve got the time why not express your interest in volunteering? We’re seeking someone with a positive attitude who likes problem solving with good admin skills, an eye for detail and an understanding of how to use the internet.   Email mara@pbsfm.org.au to send your EOI.

What                   Librarian

Day & Date         Monday to Friday between 10am-6pm

Location            PBS Radio Station, 47 Easey Street Collingwood

PBS Open Day 2012

We’ve got roles galore for the PBS Open Day Saturday October 20.  These include Balloons, BBQ, Coffee and Tea duties, Meeting and greeting, merchandise and membership, running, and tour guide roles. Wanna help out on this fun day introducing PBS to visitors? Email mara@pbsfm.org.au

What                    Open Day volunteers EOI’s

Day & Date          Saturday 20^th October

Time                    11:30-3:30pm
Location              PBS Radio Station, 47 Easey Street Collingwood

PBS ANNOUNCER COURSE 

Well we’re only running three more announcer classes this year, and they do fill up!

Month	Days	Dates	Teacher	Spots left
SEPTEMBER	Mondays	3, 10, 17, 24 & October 1	Jenny Crowley	2
OCTOBER	Wednesdays	Wednesdays 3, 10, 17, 24, 31	Jenny O'Keefe	8
NOVEMBER	Mondays	Mondays 5, 12, 19, 26 & 3 December	Jenny O'Keefe	8

I’m taking applications for all of these classes. If you’d like to apply, I’d suggest that you get in quick!

Course Cost

PBS member fee:                  Full    $270           Concession    $180

PBS non member fee:           Full    $300           Concession    $200

If you want to do this, email mara@pbsfm.org.au to enrol.

Fine Print Policies and Procedures

It is important for all volunteers and staff to be familiar with this. See the policies and procedures here and http://pbs.org.au/policy. The Policies and Procedures Handbook ensures that PBS remains in safe compliance with the Codes of Practice and other relevant legislation. It also positions PBS volunteers, announcers and staff to operate with a shared, clear understanding of how things work at PBS. Please read it carefully. And if you’re inspired, why not consider becoming a PBS shareholder?