Become a DJ

DJs are not employees of UTRGV Student Media. The position is an unpaid involvement opportunity. DJs are allowed a one-hour-per-week time slot and a maximum of two hours per week with permission from Vaquero Radio staff.

1. DJs must sign the written statement acknowledging that they understand and will abide by the policies and procedures of Vaquero Radio.

• Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, NO guests are allowed in the studio. Maximum of 2 DJs are allowed per show. NO EXCEPTIONS.
• Applicants must submit their application online or to the Student Media Office or via email:
  • ELABS 170 on the Edinburg campus (956-665-5085)
  • BSTUN 2.16 on the Brownsville campus (956-882-5143)
  • Send scanned copy of recruitment form to radio@utrgv.edu.
• Each prospective DJ must interview with one of the following:
  • Vaquero Radio Faculty Adviser
  • Vaquero Radio Station Manager
  • Vaquero Radio Assistant Station Manager

During this interview, prospective DJs will record a demo consisting of a two-minute article reading and a throw to song.

• Each DJ MUST attend orientation and training provided by the Vaquero Radio staff. During orientation, DJ training will be conducted by the Station Manager and any approved staff on a one-on-one basis with equipment and software in Edinburg or Brownsville.
• Each DJ’s first show will be PRE-RECORDED and played the first day of the semester during their designated timeslot. After this preliminary show, all DJs must broadcast live during their designated timeslot each week. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Applicants must be available for the mandatory orientation prior to the semester and must maintain a grade-point average of 2.5 or higher per semester to remain a Vaquero Radio DJ. DJs must inform the Station Manager at least 24 hours in advance if they are unable to broadcast during their shift. Less than 24 hours’ notice will be considered a no-show. More than 2 consecutive no-shows will result in disqualification from further participation. A maximum of 3 non-consecutive no-shows with prior notice will lead to disqualification from further participation. These policies do not necessarily apply in emergency situations and are up to the discretion of the Station Manager.

By filling out the application below:

I certify that I have read, understood and agreed to the process of being a DJ at Vaquero Radio.

I further certify that I have read Vaquero Radio’s Indecency and Obscenity policy.

I understand that neither obscene nor indecent programming can be aired at any time on Vaquero Radio.

I understand that certain material, though not obscene or indecent, cannot be played on Vaquero Radio at the discretion of the staff.

I understand that if my programming is deemed obscene or indecent, I may be dismissed from the station.

I understand that if I bring my own music, it must have been obtained legally.

I will follow the policies of Vaquero Radio for the privilege of being a DJ at the station.

I understand that if I am designated as a DJ, I must be available for orientation and must maintain a grade-point average of 2.5 or higher per semester to remain a DJ at Vaquero Radio.