About JOY
JOY Media is Australia’s LGBTIQA+ community media organisation, listed on the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profit Commission Register, dedicated to fostering a more inclusive society. Our mission is to amplify diverse voices, reduce isolation and celebrate the rich culture and achievements of the rainbow community. We engage audiences through JOY 94.9 Radio (on FM, DAB+ and the JOY App), as well as our online livestreams and podcasts, accessible 24/7 at joy.org.au.
Our sustainability relies on income-generating services such as advertising and live broadcasting, along with grants, donations, memberships and philanthropic support. Based in St Kilda, our small team of paid staff and dedicated volunteers collaborate to deliver engaging news, information, music and entertainment to our rainbow community and allies. Values
Joyous: Celebrating diversity.
Inclusive: Fostering a safe and welcoming setting for all.
Courageous: Empowering change through storytelling and advocacy.
Role Overview The Scheduling Coordinator is a vital, technical volunteer role within JOY’s Music team. Working under the guidance of the Head of Music, you will serve as the station’s MusicMaster lead, ensuring the seamless generation and maintenance of daytime music logs and databases. In this role, you will bridge the gap between music curation and broadcast technology by keeping the MusicMaster database updated, troubleshooting issues for presenters and extracting key statistical data to help amplify diverse LGBTIQA+ voices. Key Responsibilities
Act as the MusicMaster lead, including (but not limited to) being the main point of contact for MusicMaster, communicating information about release notes and software updates, upskilling staff where required, engaging with MusicMaster training.
Schedule daytime music on a regular basis (in conjunction with Head of Music).
Update information in the MusicMaster database, including (but not limited to) artist liner notes, song information (such as chart position, certifications), performances by local and touring artists, highlighting queer artists and community supporters.
Provide monthly statistical reports to the Content Manager, along with other reports as required.
Communicate with the programming team about available features of MusicMaster within WideOrbit (in conjunction with Head of Music).
Support presenters and staff in solving problems related to MusicMaster and WideOrbit.
Refer complaints / issues to Head of Music or CEO.
Attend to correspondence; sundry office & administration tasks; filing; and ad-hoc tasks allocated by Head of Music.
Assist with arrangements for station promotions, special and ad-hoc events.
Attend to other duties as required by the Head of Music.
Key Selection
Criteria
Demonstrated broad general knowledge of the music industry and/or interest in music
Demonstrated ability to think logically and good problem solving skills
Excellent computer skills and ability to use Google Workspace tools
Demonstrated knowledge of or ability to learn MusicMaster or similar scheduling software (desirable)
Very good organisational skills
Very good interpersonal skills - a team player
Excellent, clear and concise written communication skills
Good understanding of radio, program formats, Broadcasting Act and CBAA Codes of Practice Application Process
If you’d like to join the team, we’d love to hear from you! All applications must be submitted by email, with a written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the context of the role’s Key Responsibilities. An attached CV is also welcomed. Applications are to be sent to
[email protected] with the role title in the subject line. Applications close Friday 21 August 2026 (COB).
📌 Scheduling Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 JOY Media
📍 Melbourne