1. ABOUT US
2. JOIN OUR TEAM
    > Open broadcasting slots
    > The path to your own program
3. TRAINING
    > Introductory workshop
    > Internships and federal voluntary service

1. ABOUT US

The Wüste Welle is an independent media platform in the Tübingen, Reutlingen and Rottenburg region. Unlike private radio stations, we are non-profit. The Wüste Welle does not adhere to audience ratings and is the only advertising-free radio station that broadcasts (almost) 24 hours a day in the region.

The editorial work at Wüste Welle is not paid but instead carried out by passionate editors on a voluntary basis. More than 120 broadcasters create our radio programing in their spare time. Our goal is to give socially marginalized (marginalised) groups and perspectives access to the airwaves. 

FREE RADIO = NON-PROFIT ASSOCIATION 

Officially, Wüste Welle is a non-profit, registered association as a “free radio station.” 

We receive our frequency allocation as well as our basic funding from the Landesanstalt für Kommunikation Baden-Württemberg (LfK). This is financed from a (very small) part of the broadcasting fees.

However, the basic funding is far from sufficient to operate a radio station with training and project operations. 

ONLY OUR MEMBERS SECURE OUR POLITICAL INDEPENDENCE

Funds from the LfK and from projects are always tied to conditions. Your membership fees and donations ensure our free and diverse radio programs.

Here you can

BECOME A MEMBER

You can donate in different ways:

by bank transfer to the Free Radio account:

Freies Radio Wüste Welle
Volksbank in der Region
IBAN : DE07640618540045925003
BIC : GENODES1STW

as a Paypal donation: 

Donations are tax deductible!

2. JOIN OUR TEAM

Open broadcasting slots

Doing your own program is still too much for you, but you would still like to broadcast on free radio? That's exactly why we have set up open broadcasting slots. Here you can present what is close to your heart to the region of Tübingen, Reutlingen and Rottenburg 'live on the air.’

We will accompany you during the preparation and live on the air as well. 

Have we sparked your interest in an Open Broadcasting (groß schreiben?) slot?  Call us and make an appointment:  Mon-Fri from 1pm-4pm on 07071-760337 or by email: buero@wueste-welle.de

HowTo - 5 steps to an open broadcasting slot

The path to your own show

We are always happy to welcome new programmers and programs. You are free to decide which formats and which topics you want to broadcast, and, of course, you can also choose your own musical selection.

Find out how you can get your own show on (the) Wüste Welle here:

Step 1: Introductory workshop

Approximately every three months, we organize (organise) an introductory workshop for prospective radio producers and interested people. The introductory workshops are led by experienced broadcasters and provide basic knowledge about interviewing techniques, the use of mobile reporting equipment, the operation of the broadcast studio and the digital editing suite and, of course, preparation for speaking on the air.

Here you can find out about the current workshop dates. You can also register for courses online.

Step 2: Become a member

In order to be authorized (authorised) for broadcasting on Free Radio, you must be a member of the Friends of Free Radio. Membership costs 96 euros per year for broadcasters, or a reduced rate of 84 euros (for those 18 and up) or 48 euros (for those under 18). 

Step 3: Receive "broadcasting licence"

Once you have completed the workshop and paid for your first year's membership, you will receive your broadcasting license and can then design and apply for your program.

Step 4: Apply for broadcasting slot

Twice a year, you can apply for new programs. To do this, you need to come to the editorial plenum and present your program concept. You can find out the dates for the editorial plenum in the office and directly at the workshops.

If the editorial board approves your broadcasting concept by a majority, you will get your own broadcasting slot at the next change of the schedule.

Step 5: Broadacast

You are ON THE AIR at (the) Wüste Welle 96.6 MHz! Now you "only" have to broadcast your show - and if you still have problems in the beginning, you will certainly find someone who can help you.

3. TRAINING

We teach you everything you need to know about radio! We have special offers for children and young people, girls*, older people and people with disabilities as well as multilingual projects. You can get a taste of radio programming in our seminars, workshops and special programs, such as the "Summer Holiday Radio.”

Anyone who wants to enrich the Wüste Welle’s programming with their own program must first take part in one of the Wüste Welle introductory workshops. No previous knowledge is required for participation.

In addition, we offer a wide range of different workshops and seminars every year, e.g., DJing, moderation, voice techniques and media law.

Introductory courses

We offer our workshops for beginners as a modular system. Therefore, all interested people have the option to take the courses in individual modules or as a complete course. All modules are necessary to obtain the broadcasting license for the Wüste Welle.

Introductory workshop

The introductory workshop focuses on creativity and the fun of active radio work. In the four subsequent workshop modules, the basic knowledge acquired in the introductory workshop on specific topics is deepened and expanded. Even long-time radio producers can refresh their knowledge here.
Contents of the introductory workshop:

    • What is Free Radio?
    • Info about the Wüste Welle
    • Media law
    • Introduction to studio technology
    • Basic terms: Talking on the air
    • Introduction to the operation of report sets

Module 1 : Journalisme

Module 1 teaches the basics of journalistic work in free radio. The course is open to beginners and advanced students who want to deepen their knowledge.

Contents of Module 1:
In-depth, practical exercises on...
    • Finding topics 
    • Research 
    • Media law 
    • Preparing for broadcasts
    • Voice and microphone techniques

Module 2 : Program Design

Module 2 is about designing your own program. What forms can I choose, how do I implement my ideas? How do I conduct an interview and present a radio program?

Contents of Module 2:
    • Various forms of journalistic contribution 
    • The basics of interviewing 
    • Forms of broadcasting in free radio 
    • Moderation and studio guests 
    • Musical selection and musical presentation 
    • Publishing and online editing 
    • The market of broadcasting ideas 

Module 3 : Digital Editing

Module 3 gets technical: time for digital editing! How do I prepare an interview or mix text with music? Which tools do I need to produce a jingle? And how do I mix a finished radio report? 


Contents of Module 3:
    • Working with digital editing programs
    • Operation of editing suites 
    • Practical audio editing project 
    • Pre-production routine at the Wüste Welle
    • Operation of the media server 
PLEASE NOTE: The modules "Digital Editing" (3) and "Studio Technique" (4) will take place in parallel sessions and in small groups. This workshop will therefore take place for each respective small group either from 13:00-15:30 or from 15:30 to 18:00. The other module takes place during another time.

Module 4 : Studio Technique

Maintenant, on passe aux choses sérieuses ! Dans le module 4, nous vous montrons comment utiliser notre studio Now it's time to get down to business! In Module 4, we show you how to operate our broadcast studio. You will learn how to plan and produce a live program from start to finish. Here you can use everything you have learned so far and a little bit more. "LIVE ON THE AIR" is the motto of the studio technology workshop!

Contents of Module 4:
    • Introduction to studio technology 
    • Operation of the broadcast studio 
    • Planning and production of a live broadcast 

Internships and Federal Volunteer Service (BFD)

 
We regularly offer internships and BFD positions in editorial and media education. A knowledge of German is desired and at least a knowledge of English is required.