Iowa
Central Broadcasting Program
 Iowa
Central’s Radio Broadcasting Program provides thorough,
hands-on training and experience for a career in the radio industry.
From writing to announcing, sales to sports, digital audio production
to programming, we’ll teach you the skills you need in
order to succeed in this highly competitive field.
Iowa
Central’s Broadcasting Program offers
an intense and practical blend of classroom studies and hands-on
experience. The
two-year program includes a summer internship session. During the
eight-week summer internship, students work at a professional radio
station, gaining valuable experience and networking with industry
professionals. During their time at Iowa Central, students may
also take advantage of part-time opportunities at one of eight
professional radio stations in Fort Dodge and the surrounding area.
Upon completion of the program graduates receive an Associate in
Applied Science Degree.
Graduates
of our program learn how to prepare effective resumes and audition
tapes. They gain valuable “real life” interviewing
experience. And they can take advantage of our job placement service.
Course credits are also transferable to four-year institutions
for students wishing to continue their education at the university
level.
KICB-FM
(88.1 FM) is a fully-licensed, 240-watt radio station, broadcasting
seven days a week from the Iowa Central
campus. KICB
is the only student-staffed, student-managed community college
radio station in the state. The station has been on the air since
1971. KICB operates under the supervision of the department’s
professional teaching staff, all of whom have years of professional
experience in the industry.
Benefits
of Broadcasting at Iowa Central Community College:
Hands-on Technical Training and Experience
- You
are on-the-air at 88.1 FM-KICB your first semester.
- KICB
is a completely student-staffed, student-run, 240 watt campus
radio station.
- Production
focuses on carts, reel-to-reel, CD players, Audio Vault on-air
system, SAW
- Pro
Digital Audio Editing Software, and control boards
Professional
Internship Experience
- You
will also have at least one other professional station to list
on your resume following an eight-week summer internship at the
station of your choice.
- There
are many part-time opportunities at stations in Fort Dodge and
surrounding areas.
Digital
Audio Editing System
- You
will learn to use the SAW Pro digital audio editing software -
the most widely-used digital audio editing software in the area.
- You
will learn the secrets of multi-track editing, mixing and production.
Professional
Contacts
- Attend
Iowa Broadcaster's Association and other related meetings and
events.
- Tour
professional radio stations.
- Visit
with guest speakers from the industry.
Admissions
Criteria
To complete admission procedures, the following requirements are
necessary:
1.
Complete an application
form and return it to Enrollment Services;
2.
Submit an official high school transcript or GED scores and official
transcripts from all colleges previously attended;
3.
Provide test scores from either ACT or ASSET placement assessments.
Scholarship
Opportunities
Iowa Central is committed to recognizing and rewarding outstanding
students. The College awards scholarships to students based on
need and grade point average. If you are interested in applying
for academic or Broadcasting Program scholarships, please contact
the director of the Broadcasting Program or Enrollment
Services at Ext. 4800. Applications are mailed upon request. In
addition, the Iowa Broadcasters Association awards $2,000 scholarships
each year to two Iowa Central students who have demonstrated achievement
within the Broadcasting Program.
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