KPOV High Desert Community Radio, 88.9 FM, is a non-commercial, community radio station broadcasting from Bend that features local affairs programming, a wide variety of music, and syndicated news shows. Supported by listeners and powered by volunteers, KPOV’s local programming is all produced and aired by volunteer DJs from the Central Oregon community.
Training Local DJs. Each of KPOV’s volunteer DJs and show hosts receives thorough training to ensure high quality programming and confident, well prepared on-air talent. KPOV offers their training programs twice a year in the spring and fall. The classes are open to all adults and teens who dream of being DJs or just want to learn all about community radio. The teen section of the class qualifies teens to host KPOV’s Youth Radio Hour, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 4:00 p.m.
This spring, KPOV’s DJ Training class will begin Saturday, April 8 from 9-11:30am. The initial classroom session will be followed by two practical studio sessions where participants will receive hands-on experience with the technology of radio production and broadcasting. KPOV’s DJ Training class is offered in conjunction with Central Oregon Community College Community Education. More information can be found at kpov.org.
For Aspiring Talk Show Hosts. In addition to the DJ Training classes, KPOV is also offering a specific training class for those desiring to be a talk show host on KPOV’s The Point, the station’s signature 9am weekday local affairs show, or who may want to create their own local affairs or talk show on KPOV. The talk show training class prepares participants for the specific skills and tools needed to host a successful and quality talk show. This fall, these classes will be held on four Monday evenings beginning May 1. The DJ Training class is a prerequisite for the talk show training class. More information can be found at kpov.org.
“KPOV is radio by the people and for the people of Central Oregon. We believe fulfilling that mission extends beyond offering relevant and compelling local programming. KPOV is also committed to engaging and empowering Central Oregonians to take local media into their own hands,” says KPOV Programming Director Bruce Morris.
KPOV is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered, nonprofit community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and live on the web at kpov.org. KPOV is radio by the people and for the people of Central Oregon; strengthening community and democracy through grassroots participation in independent, non-commercial radio. KPOV offers locally produced programs not heard on any other radio stations in the region, including civic affairs, election coverage, and the most diverse music programming in Central Oregon.
Underwriting with KPOV High Desert Community is available and affordable for nonprofit organizations and local businesses. For a program schedule, underwriting information, to donate or to volunteer, call 541-322-0863 or visit the website at kpov.org.
