Hello and welcome to the Student Radio Conference 2012.

As one of the oldest student radio stations in the country, RamAir 1350AM and the University of Bradford is proud to host this year’s conference and we hope you enjoy your time whilst at the University of Bradford.

The conference is split between our two main buildings. In the Richmond Building will be the daytime sessions and seminars and lunches and dinners and in Student Central, home to RamAir and our Students’ Union, will be all our evening events and the recording for the Voice of the Awards. Whilst down at the station we’d love to have a chat with you to swap ideas on the great things we all do through student radio.

RamAir 1350AM has gone from strength to strength recently with our newly refurbished studios in the Student Central building providing us with even better facilities and a more central position in the Students’ Union building and our hosting of the conference will join our portfolio of recent events covered from the local election hustings to big comedy nights, and our annual 48-hour show event.

Alongside the excellent sessions and evening entertainments we invite you to check out our radio station, shop and bar facilities and campus areas such as our amphitheatre (perfect during great weather!) and perhaps enjoy some other great attractions in the local area including the new City Park and the National Media Museum.

So again welcome to Bradford and to RamAir and we hope you have a fantastic few days here this April!

Phil LickleyMedia and Marketing Co-ordinator

I’m thrilled to welcome you all to the 2012 National Student Radio Conference, an event that keeps growing every single year! This year we have had a record number of people attend the conference so thank you very much for coming along.

We have spent the last few months striving to make this year’s event as exciting and interesting as is possible. However we are truly indebted for a handful of good friends and colleagues who have helped us a great deal along the way. Our thanks goes out to Chris North and John Lawley at Wise Buddah, Neil Sloan at BBC Radio 1, Paul Fernley at Bauer, Sam Gregory at Round2Creative, Dave Cribb at BBC Radio 5 Live, Paul Sylvester at Absolute Radio, and Chris Stevens at GMG. Finally we’d like to thank Alex Duffy from The Pulse. The Pulse is a commercial station local to Bradford and part of UTV Media. All the above have helped us secure speakers and have been instrumental in ensuring that this years conference lives up to expectations.

I’d also like to thank all of the speakers and exhibitors that you will see over the next few days - too many to mention but they have all taken time out of their normal work to come and share experiences with us, and for that we are grateful.

I’m delighted that we have a team from RadioToday.co.uk joining us. They will be able to keep you right up to date on any sessions that you may have missed, with interviews with speakers and perhaps YOU!

Finally, a massive thank you to our hosts, RamAir 1350am, particularly Phil Lickley. Who has been fantastic in the lead up to the conference and we know they will be fantastic hosts. We hope you enjoy it, and be sure to come and say ‘hello’!!

Fred Bradley, SRA Chair

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Arrival & Registration [Richmond Building] (closes at 2pm)Meet at the Richmond Building to register and receive your conference wristbands. Baggage storage is available here.

Welcome Talk [Great Hall - Richmond Building]Meet your conference hosts and find out what’s in store for the next few days.

Voice of the Awards Competition Launch [Great Hall - Richmond Building] John Lawley (Talent Manager, Wise Buddah)Launch of the Voice of the Awards competition.

Voice of the Awards Opens [RamAir 1350AM] (closes at 6pm)Meet the RamAir team in their studios to record your audition for the Voice of the Awards competition (Monday Only). From these entries, 10 will be shortlisted and invited back on Tuesday to re-record their lines and the results will be announced during Demo Factor!

BREAKOUTSound Women: Getting In And Getting On In Radio [E59 - Richmond Building] Jo Good (BBC 6 Music Presenter and Agent) Kate Cocker (BBC 6 Music Producer, Imaging Producer and Presenter Coach), Andrea Day (Communication Manager, INRIX Media) Heather Davies (BBC Radio 2 Documentary Producer & Young Women in Media founder)Join industry networking group Sound Women for some real practical advice for new entrants and those wanting to take their next steps in the industry. Featuring some great audio and candid stories. All welcome!

How to Make Your Playlist [C7 - Richmond Building] Mike Swaine (Music Plugger, Digi DJ) James Pegrum (Viaduct Promotions, Memphis Industries) Matt Jamison (Programme Director, Amazing Radio)Want to find out how to receive music from pluggers and schedule music for your station playlist? Or are you into specialist music and want to learn how to showcase this passion on air? Come along to the Music for Radio session to find out how.

Social Media in Radio [John Stanley Bell Lecture Theatre - Richmond Building] Andy Chilcott (Partnerships Director, AudioBoo) Alex Duffy (Breakfast presenter, The Pulse)How can your station use Social Media to improve it’s talk-ability? Share success stories and hear how professionals use social media to engage and build audiences.

Welcome to the Radio Academy [Great Hall - Richmond Building] Darryl Morris (Presenter, BBC Radio Manchester)What is the Radio Academy? What can it do for me, and my station? Darryl Morris from Radio Academy North West explains...

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The Future of Radio: From the Management! [Great Hall - Richmond Building] Chair : Darryl Morris (Presenter, BBC Radio Manchester) John Simons (Group Programming Dircetor, GMG) Mike Powell (VP/ International, RCS) Terry Underhill (Group Programming Dircetor, UTV)What will the industry look like in 5 years time? Find out from the bosses what their companies are doing next, and what do they think an entry level employee is likely to be expected to do.

BREAKOUTBuilding Relationships with Key Stakeholders [C7 - Richmond Building] Emma Powell (NUS Democracy and Governance Consulatant) Mel Lewis (Student Media Co-ordinator, CSR FM) Fred Marden (Head of Radio, TV and New Media, Universtiy of Sunderland)Running a Student Station isnt easy and having a good working relationship with your University and Student Union is really important. Find out how to make these relationships work.

News [E59 - Richmond Building] Philip Chryssikos (Managing Editor - Entertainment News, UBC Media Group) John Pickford (Head of News, Key 103) Maddii Lown (Broadcast Journalist, BBC Radio 1 Newsbeat)Ever wanted how stories make the news? Our Panel have a wealth of experience and will be sharing their advice and insights to help you get the most out of your News. As well as Top Tips on Reporting and some advice on how to get into the Newsroom.

DJing for Radio [John Stanley Bell Lecture Theatre - Richmond Building] Duncan Wallace (Producer, KISS FM) James Forster (Producer, BBC Radio 1)Producers and Presenters give you the top then tips for DJ’ing in Radio. See the decks in use and learn from the pros!

Dinner [Refectory/Small Hall - Richmond Building]

Launch of the Student Radio Awards 2012 [Amp Bar - Student Central]Find out all your need to know to start planning your entry for the Student Radio Awards 2012

I Love Student Radio Awards [Amp Bar - Student Central]Celebrating the people and stations who put in the time, effort and creativity behind the scenes and away from the mic.

SRA Club Night [Amp Bar - Student Central]

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BREAKOUTOutside Broadcasts [C7 - Richmond Building]Find out how to get the most out of everyday technology and how its being used by the Industry. It might even surprise you!Station Sound [John Stanley Bell Lecture Theatre- Richmond Building] James Stodd (Senior Producer, BBC Radio XTrails) Dan Mumford (Station Sound Manager, BBC Radio 1/1Xtra) Lee Price (Production Manager, Absolute Radio) Paul Jones (Head of Imaging, JackFM)Creating a unique sound is one of the most difficult things for any station. Hear from the most creative station sounds producers in the country, talking about how they go about the process of developing the sound of their station.Specialist Music Playlisting [F24 - Richmond Building] Mark Ryan (Programme Manager, Amazing Radio) Jo Good (Presenter, BBC Radio 6Music) James Walshe (Programme Director, Kerrang Radio) Ross Mitchell (Producer, BBC Introducing Yorkshire) Ally McCrae (Presenter, BBC Introducing, BBC Radio 1) Jen Long (Presenter, BBC Introducing, BBC Radio 1)Find out more about specialist music, playlisting for a specialist show and what’s important for a specialist demo.In Conversation with ... [Great Hall - Richmond Building]In Conversation is a chance to find out more about one of the industry’s finest! Don’t miss the chance to ask your burning questions...Lunch [Refectory/Small Hall]BREAKOUTProducing Radio [John Stanley Bell Lecture Theatre - Richmond Building] Kate Cocker (Producer, BBC Radio 6Music) Paul Fernley (Programme Manager, The Hits Radio /Heat Radio/Smash Hits) Imogen Crump (Senior Broadcast Journalist, BBC Radio 5 Live) Chris Sawyer (Producer, BBC Radio 1)Hear from professional producers from varying radio stations and backgrounds to find out what they consider to be the key skills you need to be a great producer. Get practical advice on all aspects of producing radio like: managing talent, in studio practice and day to day challenges.Marketing Techniques [C7 - Richmond Building] Steve Martin (Earshot Creative)How does your station’s marketing match up against the rest? Marketing expert Steve Martin from Earshot Creative talks through some of your examples, and also gives his insight into the world of Radio Marketing!Comedy & Entertainment in Radio [E59 - Richmond Building] Alex Duffy (Breakfast Presenter, The Pulse) James ‘Lloydie’ Lloyd (Freelance Presenter, & Improv Comedy Performer) Dave Cribb (Comedy Producer, BBC Radio) Hywel Evans (Presenter, Rock FM/ Kerrang! Radio/ Key 103)The greatest minds from entertainment radio come together to talk about their experiences and help you develop your ideas into features and pieces of comedic genius! If you’re just up for a giggle come along!

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Trade Fair/ Meet the Industry [Great Hall/ Auditorium]This is your time to meet with some of our guest speakers in an informal setting, as well as browsing industry stalls to see what they can offer for your station.BREAKOUTVoiceover [John Stanley Bell Lecture Theatre - Richmond Building] John Lawley (Talent Manager, Wise Buddah) Nick Bright (Presenter, BBC 1 Xtra)A voiceover isn’t just someone who does adverts! Find out all the different ways you can use your voice to help get some extra money! Sport Broadcasting [E59 - Richmond Building] David Garrido (Sports Presenter, Sky Sports News)From Varsity to the Olympics! In this Olympic year, get insights from the professionals about how to produce fantastic sports coverage.Hosting an Event [F24 - Richmond Building] Stuart Morgan (Party in the Park) Danielle Porter (The Pips)From charity events to huge festivals. Get tips on how best to manage and organise your event from start to finish! Selling your Station [C7 - Richmond Building] Megan Scott (The Pulse) Jonathan Jacob (Earshot Creative)Everybody needs more money to keep their station alive. Our panel share the tricks of the trade of the strade when it comes to boosting your income and making some money for your student radio station.Demo Factor [Amp Bar - Student Central] Chris North (Director of Talent and Deputy MD, Wise Buddah Creative) Neil Sloan (Producer, Radio 1) Vicki Blight (Presenter, Absolute Radio and BBC 6Music) Rob Watson (Commercial Radio Executive Producer) Sam Gregory (Radio Exec Producer & Talent Manager, Wise Buddah) Every year the Demo Factor judges grace us with their presence to give feedback and advice on your demos in a talent show fashion (demos must be submitted at registration)Voice of the Awards: Winner Announced [Amp Bar - Student Central] John Lawley (Talent Manager, Wise Buddah)Wise Buddah’s Head of Voices and other judges have consulted and will be announcing the lucky winners so we can find out who will be introducing the Student Radio Awards 2012 in November!Dinner [Refectory/Small Hall]The Hits: Student Star [Amp Bar - Student Central]Results are announced for the winner who gets the chance to host four weeks on The Hits Radio plus expert coaching from What Goes On Media!Hobson Launch [Amp Bar - Student Central]Join EarshotCreative.com- the UKs leading online site for radio promotion, marketing and imaging as they launch a brand new industry wide competition to find the next big voiceover artist who will win a years contract with Hobsons International - the country’s leading voice over agency.Student Vs. Industry Soundclash [Amp Bar - Student Central]

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Breakfast [Hotel] (finishes at 9am)

SRA Feedback [Richmond Foyer] (finishes at 11am)This year you will be able to provide the SRA Executive with feedback via a comments box in the Richmond Building. It’s quick, simple and will give the organisation a clear understanding of what our members want.

How to Win a Student Radio Award [Great Hall - Richmond Building] Frank McWeeny (Best Specialist, 2011) Adam Wilbourn (Best Entertainment, 2009 / Kevin Greening Award for Creativity, 2009) Ian Thursfield (Best Newcomer, 2011)Find out from actual former winners about how to put together a winning entry for the Student Radio Awards.

AGM [Great Hall - Richmond Building]Always fun! Find out what’s been going on with the SRA for the last year and vote for who you want as your SRA Exec next year!

Lunch [Refectory/Small Hall]

BREAKOUTHow to Interview [C7- Richmond Building] Alex James (Presenter, In:Demand) Kit Bradshaw (Univeristy Radio Falmer) Jade Hutchinson (Assistant Producer, Wise Buddah) Tom Ravenscroft (Presenter, BBC Radio 6Music)Make the most out of every interview with our top tips from those who know best. Also, this year’s Student Radio Award winner for ‘Best Interview’ gives a few helpful hints on how to bag the big prize.

How to Get Your Idea on the Radio [E59 - Richmond Building] Jo Meek (Executive Producer, Wise Buddah) Ashley Byrne (Director, Made in Manchester) Paul Thomas (Editor of Sound, Digital & Production, Folded Wing)Do you always find yourself creating ideas that would be great for the radio? Come and find out how you can put your ideas into action, and even get paid for it in the process!

Freelance Session [F24 - Richmond Building] John Crumpton (Northern Learning Organiser, BECTU) Kevin Leach (Freelance Studio Manager) Chris Sawyer (Freelance Producer, BBC Radio 1) So your looking at getting started in the industry, youve heard about going Freelance but what does that actually mean and how do you go about it? Find out all the important stuff you need to know.

Closing Speech [Great Hall - Richmond Building]A few little reminders to take home with you!

I Love Student Radio Awards 2012 [Amp Bar - Student Central] (starts at 20:00)Celebrating the people and stations who put in the time, effort and creativity behind the scenes and away from the mic.

SRA Club Night [Amp Bar - Student Central] (starts at 21:00)The Student Radio Association have assembled a line-up of some of the best DJ’s from the industry to throw down some party beats to get your feet tapping and shoulders shaking! Put your dancing shoes and get to the floor, it’s party time!

Demo Factor [Amp Bar - Student Central] (starts at 16:30)Every year the Demo Factor judges grace us with their presence to give feedback and advice on your demos in a talent show fashion. Adam ‘Seacrest’ Catterall will be hosting the event and keeping the judges in control. Plus there will be a big twist this year, but can you guess what it will be? The Twitter rumour mill has already started! #sracon

The Hits: Student Star [Amp Bar - Student Central] (starts at 20:30)THE RESULTS ARE IN: Over the last few months you have been entering to be in with a chance to be crowned the The Hits Radio Student Star 2012. They are looking for the hottest student radio presenters around! It could be a solo presenter, a duo or even a whole team, but the main thing is that you sound fabulous on air! The winner gets the chance to host four weeks on The Hits Radio plus expert coaching from What Goes On Media! ALSO this year we are looking for Student Journalists! We’re looking for someone with a great eye for a story, a strong reading voice and ability to cope well under pressure. The winner will recieve a full week’s training at Bauer Radio’s News Hub in Manchester, plus they’ll get the chance to read an afternoon’s worth of bulletins!

The Launch of Hobsons Voice [Amp Bar - Student Central] (starts at 2100)Join EarshotCreative.com- the UKs leading online site for radio promotion, marketing and imaging as they launch a brand new industry wide competition to find the next big voiceover artist who will win a years contract with Hobsons International - the country’s leading voice over agency. The winning dosen’t stop there! We’ll be holding a draw to pick one lucky student radio station in the room to win a much anticipated and exclusive imaging package from Reelworld Productions - the globally recognised radio jingle and content company.

Student vs Industry Soundclash [Amp Bar - Student Central] (starts at 22:00)Last year we watched as students from across the UK went head to head with some of their favourite presenters and this year we’re doing it all over again! The Student Vs Industry Soundclash will pitch some of student radios finest DJs against a selection of top pros from the industry in a battle for your voice!

Get ready for Nick Bright (BBC Radio 1Xtra), Alex James (In: Demand), Christian Nash (Absolute Radio) and Michael Blades (The Hits Radio) all stepping up to represent the industry! Only one crucial question remains: Who will you cheer for? Student or industry?

Conference HostsOur friends at RamAir 1350am will be on hand throughout the conference to help and guide you around campus. Look out for the team in blue!

AccommodationAccommodation is split between two hotels; the Jury’s Inn and the Holiday Inn. You will be informed of where you are staying at registration. Both hotels are within walking distance of the conference facilities.

Upon checking out of your hotel room on Wednesday morning (in guidance with the hotel), you can either liaise with the hotel and ask them to look after your bag until after the sessions. Alternatively bring your bag, ahead of time, to Student Central’s secure bag room, and we’ll look after it until the end of the conference.

FoodBreakfast is served at your hotel. Lunch and dinner is served in the Small Hall and Refectory within the Richmond Building. Delegates will be split into meal groups at registration and will be informed of when their serving times are and where they will be eating.

Shop Opening Times & ATMBoth outlets offer a range of food, drink, confectionery, clothing, stationery and newspapers.Just:Shop (Richmond Building) - 8am - 5pmJust:Shop (Student Central) - 9am - 6pm

There is a Sainsbury’s Local close by at 53 Great Horton Road, BD7 1AZ. This is open 24/7 and also has a cash machine.

There is a cash machine within the Richmond Building for delegates to use.

OnlineYou can connect to ‘The Cloud’ which is the WiFi on campus. If you already have an account with The Cloud or one of its partners, you can use the same username and password with no further form-filling. If you haven’t, a simple registration process will get you online in a couple of minutes.

You can also follow the conference on Twitter using the hashtag #sracon

Emergency Contact DetailsPhilip Lickley (Media & Marketing Co-ordinator, SU) - 07951 943 681Students’ Union reception - 01274 23 3300Security - 01274 23 6999Fred Bradley (Chair, SRA) - 07867 953849Kyle Wilkinson (Events Officer, SRA) - 07738 228753Thom Palser (Membership & Comms Officer, SRA) - 07846 759818

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