Cumulus Media is looking for a conservative Talk Show Host to work in a medium market in the South. You will be part of a dynamic team and be required to deliver a 4- hour show, Monday through Friday, that not only entertains the audience but has synergy with the market and benefits our advertisers. The NewsTalk format is ever changing and isn't your grandfathers NewsTalk station style of programming anymore. You will need to be engaging with the audience, cutting edge in your delivery, accurate with your information, and honest. The host for this job will have a good understanding of social media and how to interact on those platforms as well as over the air. Relocation assistance may be offered.
Key Responsibilities:
Successful talk show hosting experience and winning track record backed by Nielsen Audio results.
Able to conduct a 4 hour talk show 5 days per week.
Willing to meet and learn who the key players are in the political and business landscape of the market very quickly
Savvy computer skills
Must make station appearances at events/remotes and represent stations
Be organized and able to create systems to accomplish an excellent on-air sound, limiting audio mistakes
Ability to multi-task and the discipline to focus on what is the highest and best use of your time
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with air staff and associated departments
Strong leadership, coaching, prioritization, and execution
Creative and strategic problem solver
Proficient in digital audio editing and production using various software packages
Work with station promotions director to maximize digital assets including websites, social media presence
Previous Talk Show Host experience is required
Produce a compelling radio show by using creativity, imagination and exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping or broadcasting on-air content
Great with phones/interacting with callers, interviewing artists/guests and hosting live events
Connect with listeners via phones, social, video, web and on-site
Daily social media engagement; website and digital content generation
Participate in station Programming, Promotions, and Sales meetings and events as necessary
Commercial Production; create killer endorsement ads - both on air and online - for mutually agreed upon products
Handles emergency news/weather in show; on call for weather disasters/breaking news
Ensures logged commercials, promotions, sweepers and any other programming element essential to the station's operations are aired
Performs additional duties in small stations, such as production, assisting program directors or music directors, operating radio transmitter or writing advertising copy.
Job Requirements:
To upload your air-check, please paste the audio file into a Word document and save with name format Last name. Audio and upload as part of your application by selecting "Include a cover letter". Instructions are also provided on the application form.
Qualifications:
3 + years of News Talk Hosting with successful ratings history required
Strong production skills and knowledge of Op X, VOX Pro/Adobe Audition and Audacity
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking
Strong knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations
Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune daily with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions
Demonstrated upbeat personality, informative, entertaining and engaging on the air; able to relate to station audience
Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation
Excellent verbal and written communication and editing skills; proficient in grammar; ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air
Demonstrated creativity and imagination
Can work well in a team environment; collaborative
What we offer:
Competitive pay
Professional growth and career path
Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask "what if" and try innovative solutions
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
401K with company match to plan for the long-term
Relocation Expenses
Paid Vacation & Holidays
For immediate consideration, please visit
https://cumulusmedia.jobs.net/
For more information about CUMULUS MEDIA, visit our website at:
https://www.cumulusmedia.com/
CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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