DJ & PRESENTER terms and conditions

MUTHA FM – DJ & PRESENTER HANDBOOK

Effective: 2026
This document consolidates and replaces all prior DJ Pack documents. It forms part of your Independent Contractor Agreement (ICA) with Mutha Media CC t/a Mutha FM (“Mutha FM”, “the Station”).

1. Status & Relationship

• All DJs/Presenters operate as Independent Contractors.

• You are responsible for your own tax affairs.

• No employment relationship is created.

2. Content & On-Air Conduct (Mandatory)

The following is strictly prohibited on any Mutha FM broadcast:

• Swearing or profanity

• Political, religious, racial, or activist commentary

• Drug references

• Promotion of criminal activity or disorder

• Defamatory, misleading, or harmful statements

Rule: If you’re unsure, do not broadcast it.

You are fully responsible for:

• Show content

• Accuracy and fairness

• Technical audio quality

3. Brand & Reputation

• You represent Mutha FM on-air, online, and in public.

• No sponsorships, brand mentions, promotions, or advertising may be aired or posted without written approval from the Station.

• Any conduct that may harm the Mutha FM brand is not permitted.

4. Privacy & Contributors

• Consent is required from all contributors and guests.

• Contributors must understand the nature of the broadcast.

• No private information may be shared without permission.

• Extra protection applies to contributors under 16 (parental consent required).

5. Show Structure, Scheduling & Delivery

Show format

• Shows run in 30-minute segments.

• 2-hour show = 4 segments

• 3-hour show = 6 segments

• Timekeeping is critical.

Live broadcast schedule changes

• If Mutha FM has an outside live broadcast that overlaps with your scheduled show time, your show will be moved to another timeslot.

• The Station will communicate the adjusted time as soon as possible.

Advertising execution (when applicable)

• ID drops every 20 minutes

• 20-second adverts every 30 minutes

• Verbal brand mentions between drops
  All media placements must follow station instructions.

6. Advertising & Earnings

• Advertising is secured by Mutha FM Sales.

• Income opportunities may include presenting fees or finder’s fees (where applicable).

• Earnings depend on the volume of advertising placed within your show and/or agreed commercial terms.

7. Marketing & Promotion (Required)

• All show promotions must align with Mutha FM branding.

• The Station Brand Manager will create official posts for you. You must submit required info 2–3 days before your show.

Guest requirements

• Provide the artist’s full name and clear photos (full body or half body).

• No cropped heads, hair, arms, or low-quality images.

Resharing

• DJs/Presenters must reshare official station posts (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok).

• If you don’t have social pages, it’s time to start.

Promotion window

• Start: 2–3 days before

• Peak: 4 hours before broadcast

Always tag

• 🛜 One Frequency. Worldwide Electronic Culture.

• ▶️ Push Play 📡 https://muthafm.com

• Always listen to your Mutha! 🔊

• #muthafm #worldwide #theunderground #electronicdancemusic #YOURDJNAME

8. File Submission Requirements

File name format:
DJ NAME – SHOW NAME – DATE (DD.MM.YY)

Audio format:

• MP3 – 128 kbps

Late or incorrectly formatted files may not be aired.

9. Quality Control & Reviews

• Mandatory show review every 12 weeks.

• Reviews assess:

  • Content quality

  • Listener engagement

  • Brand alignment

  • Advertising execution (where applicable)

10. Content Ownership

All shows, recordings, audio clips, and related content produced for Mutha FM:

• Remain the exclusive property of Mutha FM

• May be rebroadcast, archived, edited into clips, or promoted at the Station’s discretion

11. Commercial Revenue-Share (Where Applicable)

Where the Contractor introduces, secures, or facilitates advertising, sponsorship, or branded content for Mutha FM:

• The Contractor may be entitled to a finder’s fee or presenting fee

• Any revenue share will be agreed in writing per deal

• No verbal agreements are valid

• All advertising must be approved, invoiced, and executed by Mutha FM Sales & Administration

Standard guideline (unless otherwise agreed in writing):

• Finder’s fee: 12% of net advertising revenue generated by the Contractor’s introduction

Payment is subject to:

• Receipt of funds from the advertiser

• Correct execution of advertising on-air

12. Acceptance, Breach & Enforcement

These rules are binding once your ICA is signed and/or you participate in Mutha FM broadcasts.

Breach may result in:

• Suspension

• Removal from schedule

• Termination of agreement (immediate in serious cases)

13. Governing Law

This Handbook and related agreements are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa and apply internationally to the fullest extent permitted by law.

DJ & PRESENTER ACCEPTANCE (Website Acknowledgement)

By joining Mutha FM as a DJ/Presenter, you confirm that you:

• Have read and understood this Handbook

• Agree to comply with station rules, branding requirements, and conduct standards

• Accept that failure to comply may result in suspension or termination

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