Consider Becoming a KCHW Volunteer – Turn on, Tune In, Help Out!

There are two things that differentiate Community Radio from Public Radio -- community access and volunteers. At KCHW Chewelah Community Radio, volunteers are the lifeblood of our organization. Volunteers participate in every aspect of KCHW's operations and we could not do what we do without them!  Whether you are interested in music, public affairs, or working behind the scenes, KCHW welcomes you. We need volunteers who come in to do things a few times each year, and other volunteers who spend 20+ hours each week at the station.  KCHW wants and needs creative people to keep the airwaves alive and thriving while creating awesome radio for our listeners!

In general, there is a four step process to being an active volunteer:

• Become a member of KCHW
• Attend Volunteer Orientation
• Meet with the volunteer coordinator
• Jump in and get your feet wet!

For example we need people who will….

• Write & produce community calendar.
• Produce local news reports.
• Produce and edit audio.
• Announce at Sporting Events
• Upload audio to website.
• Do janitorial work.
• Mail out "thank you gifts".
• Staff the KCHW info table at exciting events.
• Do data entry in our Membership Department.
• Staff the front desk.
• Write content for website.
• Record audio away from KCHW-- (create field recordings).
• Write / edit / produce the news --- shifts available every weekday.
• Help plan special events / benefits.
• Serve on advisory committees (open to KCHW members only).
• Staff live remotes and /or provide transportation for the equipment.
• Set up & mix live music for on air performances.
• Maintain computers.
• Provide essential administrative assistant services.
• Serve on the CAB (Community Advisory Board)
• AND MORE!!!!

If you have been to volunteer orientation and are interested in any of these roles, contact us! We will be happy to talk with you about the specific role, any training you need, and the schedule involved. If you have not yet attended an orientation for new volunteers, contact us for all of the details to get involved!

Office Line 509-935-6627