Complete The DJ Class

People with no background in radio broadcasting can learn about on-air programming by registering for and completing the introductory “Be a DJ” course offered through a partnership between KPOV and Central Oregon Community College.  This course is for adults who want to either be a DJ of a music show or become a talk show host at KPOV.

In this hands-on course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of radio programming, including running the mixer and mics, planning for music or talk shows, adhering to FCC regulations, fulfilling the mission of KPOV and community radio, and developing your own style.  We generally offer two classes a year – Spring and Fall. For exact dates, call KPOV at 541-322-0863 or go to COCC.edu and search for KPOV. If you don’t find the course on-line, this means that the dates for the next class have not been set and registration is not yet open. Once registration begins, interested adults can either register through COCC Community Learning at 541-383-7270 or online. 

Learn the Ropes

Each aspiring host will go through our mentoring process which entails sitting in with a current DJ to gain practical experience and to learn how a show is produced.  You will have the opportunity to learn and practice all the elements of producing a live show, including playing music selections, PSAs, legal IDs and sweepers, talking on air, running the board and other equipment, and using the programming log. 

Hosting a live or pre-recorded talk show on KPOV requires an additional set of skills. Experienced volunteer mentors will help you develop the skills you will need to outline, script and produce a talk show, conduct interviews and use editing software to produce prerecorded segments.

The training for music DJs and talk show hosts is free and available to anyone who has completed the “Be a DJ” course.