Show Proposals

Spark! is a non profit independent media project in Syracuse, New York seeking to foster greater creativity in our community through various means that incorporate local voices, local music and local stories. 103.3 + 93.7 FM are our primary outlets using non-commercial FM radio staffed entirely by volunteers and we’re currently accepting applications to create programming consistent with these overall goals.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR LOCAL CONTENT PROVIDERS — YOU NEED A STRONG CONNECTION TO SYRACUSE AND/OR CENTRAL NEW YORK.  WE ALSO WANT NEW PROGRAMS THAT CAN BE PRE-RECORDED AND THEN SENT TO US ELECTRONICALLY.

Studio access is a big problem at the moment, so we really, REALLY need you to be able to record it on your own and send us the audio files regularly,  We can only make limited exceptions regarding that, sorry.

We’re looking for proposals for arts and culture oriented programming including but not limited to recorded music-based programs; variety shows; interview shows; talk shows; radio dramas; poetic performance; and experimentation.

While legal restrictions apply (such as restrictions on language), programmers will be in control of the content of their programs and there is no overall format.

If you belong to a club, organization, or just have a group of friends, you may also propose a show as a “collective.” This way a program can air, without a single person committing to it every single week.

If you have any other questions, please consult the FAQ or contact us at proposals@sparksyracuse.org. Thank you for your interest in our project and we look forward to reviewing your proposal!

    Name

    Email

    Phone

    Your current City and State

    Working title of proposed show (don't worry, you can change it later)

    General Show Description in Two Sentences

    Proposed duration of show

    Describe typical content of an individual show -- themes, topics, and potential guests for public affairs shows and artists/genres for music shows. Or a more detailed explanation of shows that don't fit any mold!

    Please provide a brief description of your community involvement in Syracuse or Central New York

    How will you provide Syracuse-based content as part of this show?

    How will you keep out swearing and other potentially troublesome content?

    Can you regularly record this show on your own and then send us the audio file more or less weekly? If so, please record one sample show and please send it to info@sparksyracuse.org

    Do you have any special talents you can volunteer to our project?

    Is there anything else you want to add?

    Thanks for taking the time to fill out this application -- we appreciate your interest in Spark! 103.3 + 93.7 FM!!!