KFAI PROGRAM PROPOSAL FORM (PROGRAM ABSTRACT)
Thank you for your interest in applying to host a program on KFAI. Please answer each question as
completely as possible. Proposals should be typed or printed clearly. The Content Advisory Committee
prefers that you use this document as provided, but if not you must recreate it without skipping any required
answers. Do not include colored- or multiple-sized type, multiple fonts, photos or graphics of any kind, as
that will not enhance your chances. If you need more room for an answer, attach additional sheets. Your
completed proposal should not exceed six (6) pages total.
All KFAI volunteers and community members are eligible to apply for announced openings in the program
schedule. The Content Advisory Committee will consider all proposals submitted. Applicants should
understand that the committee has a strong overall preference for proposals from active volunteers who
have completed the On-Air Certification course. Historically, a record of KFAI volunteerism and on-air
certification has proven advantageous in the competitive program selection process.
Which program opening(s) are you applying for? ____________________
If a broadcast show, are you available to produce it live on-the-air during this time period? (State
if you are interested in a pre-recorded Web-only show.) __________
Proposed title of program: ___________________________________________________
Primary host contact information:
Date: ________________________________________
Name: _______________________________________
Phone: _______________________________________
Email: ________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________
Additional show participants (If you are applying for a program as a group of two or more,
list all participants here. Please be specific as to the role of each person listed; e.g., Jane Doe -program host; John Henry -- program engineer; Sally Brown -- guest curator. You must also
indicate whether this person is a regularly appearing on-air contributor; generally this would
mean a co-host):
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Are you and members of your program team currently certified to operate KFAI's on-air
equipment?
If selected do you commit to fulfill the weekly playlist reporting requirements (music or
talk) for your show?
Please provide a detailed description of your program. If it is unique, explain what makes
it so. Attach an additional sheet if necessary.
Who is the intended audience for this program? How will you market your program to
your intended listeners? How will your social networks/community connections serve to
grow the listenership of your proposed program?
What special knowledge, experience or education do you have that will help you produce
this program? Please include any broadcast experience you may have.
KFAI’s Mission Statement: KFAI is a volunteer-based community radio station that exists to
broadcast information, arts and entertainment programming for an audience of diverse racial,
social and economic backgrounds. By providing a voice for people ignored or misrepresented by
mainstream media, KFAI increases understanding between peoples and communities, while
fostering the values of democracy and social justice.
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How does this program help fulfill KFAI's mission? Be specific; simply quoting the
phrase "it serves underserved communities" may not adequately answer this question.
What access to relevant materials do you have? Please be specific about music
collections, personal libraries, subscriptions or other resources you currently have access
to and would utilize on your show.
Give a detailed description of a typical show. Please attach additional sheets if necessary:
 If you are proposing a music show, make a sample playlist of artists/selections.
 If you are proposing a talk, public affairs, or arts program, list people you may
interview, topics you might discuss, and sources of information you might use.
 List any ideas you have for special programs, recurring features, etc.
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Please describe your current volunteer duties at KFAI. How many hours do you volunteer
per month?
Web-only programming (Only applicants for Web-only shows should answer these two
questions.)
Can you commit to produce a pre-recorded Web-only show on a (check one):
____ weekly or _____ biweekly basis?
(Web-only shows are expected to produce new material while maintaining an agreed-to
schedule, just like on-air broadcast programs.)
How long is your program?
___30 mins. ___60 mins. ___90 mins. ___ 120mins.
Do you have your own production facility to produce your show or will you require
KFAI's production studios? (Your demo should reflect whichever production facility you
intent to use.)
Please submit your program proposal to:
KFAI
ATTN: Program Director (Box 74),
1808 Riverside Ave.,
Minneapolis, MN 55454
Your proposal should include the following:
1.A completed Program Proposal form. (The Content Advisory Committee prefers typed
proposals. Better yet, submit your proposal electronically as a Word document or a PDF.)
2.A demo of your proposed program. (This demo is intended to be a representative sample of
what you will sound like doing your program. It should not be heavily edited; it should not be
just a music mixtape. Mostly, the Content Advisory Group is interested in hearing what you, the
host, sound like live on the air. Your demo should be 20-60 minutes long and submitted on CD.)
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KFAI Program Proposal Form (Program Abstract)
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