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iHeartMedia · 2 days ago

WDVE Morning Show Talent

Bridgeville, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in America, reaching 90% of Americans each month. They are seeking a dynamic on-air talent for their WDVE Morning Show to entertain, inform, and connect with the audience through music, comedy, sports, and talk segments.

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Responsibilities

Performs news, talk, music, comedic or other format shows or program for broadcast entertainment

Establishes relationship with listeners by providing entertainment and/or information of interest consistent with format, genre, and targeted demographic audience

Interviews guests, moderates debates, converses with callers, and hosts live events

Adheres to all guidelines, policies and procedures of the station, iHeartMedia, the FCC and all other federal, state and local laws, including policies and procedures regarding indecency and obscenity

Prepares for an air shift using creativity, imagination and exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping or broadcasting on-air material

Ensures logged commercials, promotions and any other programming essential to the station’s operation are aired

Maintains a website personality page

Participates in required station Programming, Promotions, and Sales staff meetings and events

Makes regular approved appearances at station events; serves as ambassador for the radio station(s) when out in public

Executes only the interviews and events on air that are approved by Program Director; follows designated show format

Assists with voice over and production of paid and non-paid spots required to run on the station

Serves as primary creative voice and directs support staff of show

Researches and gains knowledge of subject matter that facilitates speaking extemporaneously and providing immediate non-scripted analysis/commentary

Finalizes content using digital audio editing software

Prepares written content, visual images, audio material and video footage for websites, blogs, or other social media platforms

Checks studio equipment for proper functioning and notifies Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting quality of the broadcast

Handles emergency inserts (e.g. news updates and breaking stories, emergencies, alert system tests, etc.); is on call for possible disasters, breaking news, or acts of nature

Qualification

On-air radio experienceMedia production skillsBroadcast systems knowledgeDigital audio editingCommunication skillsSocial media proficiencyFCC regulationsCreativityInterpersonal skillsWriting skills

Required

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking

Proficient in media production and broadcast systems; familiar with NexGen, Vox Pro, and Pro Tools

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

Ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air

Demonstrated creativity and imagination

Able to adapt to changes in schedules in a fast-paced environment

3+ years of on-air radio experience required

Audio demo of on-air interviews, commentary, announcements, etc

4-year college degree, preferably in Communications or Broadcast Journalism

Benefits

Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options

Company provided and supplemental life insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing

A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community

A 401K plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving

A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!