Community Radio Automation
Operate a community or non-profit radio station with professional-grade automation. xtra audio supports volunteer-managed stations with multi-user access, flexible scheduling, and budget-friendly cloud hosting.
Features for Community Radio
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Multi-user access | Volunteers can log in from home or the studio |
| Role-based permissions | Control who can edit schedules vs. go live |
| Week planner | Assign time slots to different shows |
| Voicetracking | Pre-record shows when volunteers cannot attend live |
| Real-time collaboration | See who is online and broadcasting |
Volunteer Management
Community stations rely on volunteers with varying schedules. xtra audio supports this workflow:
- Permission levels - Give presenters access to their show's time slots only
- Online indicators - See which team members are active in the system
- Session recording - Volunteers can pre-record shows from any location
- Shared media library - Centralized music and promos accessible to all
Typical Configuration
| Component | Setup |
|---|---|
| Projects | One project per station |
| Stations | Main broadcast + optional test stream |
| Team | Admin + presenters with show-specific permissions |
| Planner | Weekly recurring schedule with show blocks |
Cost-Effective Operation
Community radio operates on limited budgets. xtra audio reduces costs by:
- Cloud-based - No on-premise server hardware required
- Browser access - No software installation on volunteer computers
- Included EBU R128 - Professional loudness normalization at no extra cost
- Scalable plans - Start small and expand as the station grows
Getting Started
- Create a project for your station
- Invite team members and assign permissions
- Upload shared media to the library
- Schedule shows in the week planner
- Train volunteers on the live studio
Related
- Team Management - Manage volunteer access
- Permissions - Configure role-based access
- Live Studio Collaboration - Multi-user broadcasting