Music Scheduling & Playlist Lead

Are you passionate about music and fascinated by what goes on behind the scenes at a radio station?

Devote Radio is looking for an enthusiastic, creative and organised Music Scheduling & Playlist Lead to take ownership of our music scheduling and playlist operations.

As a leadership role within our Broadcasting Team, you'll oversee the day-to-day scheduling of music across the station, helping manage broadcast clocks, develop playlists and maintain our growing music library.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll also play an active part in shaping Devote Radio's music playlists and future music direction, contributing ideas and recommendations that help develop our sound and connect with listeners.

This is a genuinely hands-on opportunity to gain practical radio industry experience, contribute creative ideas and take responsibility for an important part of a working radio station.

Who We're Looking For

This role is ideal for students, college or university learners, or emerging broadcasters who already have some presenting experience and want to take the next step into leadership and mentoring.

We're looking for someone who genuinely loves music, has a keen eye for detail and enjoys the creative and technical sides of radio.

Previous broadcasting experience is welcome, but not essential. Enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to learn are just as important.

Ideally, you'll have:

A broad appreciation of music across different genres and decades.
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
An interest in music programming, radio scheduling and playlist development.
Confidence working with computers, databases and digital systems.
A creative mindset and willingness to contribute new ideas.
The ability to take initiative and manage responsibilities independently.
Good communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

It would suit:

Presenters who enjoy helping others improve and grow
Students studying media, radio, journalism, or performance
Those looking to build leadership and people-management experience
Confident communicators who can support the wider team
Anyone considering a future career in broadcasting, media leadership, or production

Hobbyists with a passion for radio and a supportive attitude are very welcome — full guidance and ongoing support will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

Music Scheduling & Clock Management

Lead the day-to-day music scheduling process across Devote Radio's programming.
Develop, maintain and review broadcast clocks, ensuring the right balance of music, station imaging and other scheduled content.
Manage music rotations, artist separation and scheduling rules to maintain variety and consistency.
Ensure music schedules are prepared accurately and in good time for broadcast.
Identify opportunities to improve music flow and the overall listening experience.

Playlist Development & Music Direction

Lead the creation, organisation and ongoing maintenance of the station's music playlists.
Work with station leadership to help shape Devote Radio's music direction and playlist strategy.
Recommend new releases, emerging artists, established favourites and catalogue tracks for consideration.
Review playlist performance, variety and suitability, suggesting changes where appropriate.
Contribute creative ideas for themed programming, music features and seasonal playlists.
Support the preparation and scheduling of our weekday Throwback Hour, working alongside presenters to bring their themes and selections to air.

Music Library & Metadata Management

Oversee the organisation and ongoing maintenance of Devote Radio's music library.
Research, review and update track metadata, including release years, genres, ISRC codes and other relevant information.
Maintain accurate music categories and classifications to support effective scheduling.
Identify and help resolve missing information, duplicate records and inconsistencies.
Support the addition and organisation of new music within the station's library.

Leadership, Collaboration & Programming Development

Report directly to the Managing Director on music scheduling, playlist operations and ongoing developments.
Lead the Music Scheduling & Playlist function within the Broadcasting Team.
Work collaboratively with the Team Leader (Broadcasting), presenters and other team members to support the station's programming requirements.
Contribute to leadership discussions about Devote Radio's music output, playlist development and future direction.
Identify opportunities to improve scheduling systems, processes and workflows.
Take ownership of day-to-day scheduling operations while ensuring alignment with agreed station policies and programming objectives.>
Provide regular updates on scheduling progress, music library development and any operational challenges.

What You'll Gain

Hands-On Radio Experience: Take responsibility for a key area of music operations at a working radio station.
Industry Software Experience: Develop practical skills using professional radio automation and scheduling systems.
Music Programming Knowledge: Learn how broadcast clocks, rotations, music categories and scheduling rules work together.
>Creative Influence: Play a meaningful role in shaping Devote Radio's playlists and contributing to its future music direction.
Leadership Experience: Develop confidence in taking ownership of an operational area and coordinating with other members of the team.
Flexible Volunteering: Work remotely with time arranged around your existing commitments.

This role is completely remote, meaning you can volunteer from anywhere with a laptop and an internet connection. There’s no studio travel required and no fixed location — everything is managed online using broadcast systems and team communication tools.

You’ll be able to:

Work from home and fit the role around college, university, work, or other commitments
Learn and use real radio playout and scheduling software remotely
Manage your time flexibly while still being part of an active station team
Gain professional experience without needing to be based in a studio

Full training and ongoing support will be provided, so even if you’ve never used Aiir Scheduler or Playout ONE before, you’ll be guided step-by-step until you’re confident in the role.

Behind every great radio station is a carefully crafted soundtrack, and we're looking for someone who wants to help create ours.

If you've got a passion for music, a creative mind and an interest in how radio really works, we'd love to hear from you.