Texas Association of Broadcasters is hiring: On Air Talent in Texas

On Air Talent

Location: Dallas - Fort Worth, TX

Contact Name: iHeart Media

Web: Apply Here

Category: Media - Journalism - Newspaper

Position/Title: On Air Talent

What We Need:
iHeartMedia is seeking an Experienced On-Air Talent in our Dallas, TX Market!

What You'll Do:

1. Establish a relationship with listeners by providing entertainment and/or information of interest consistent with format, genre, and targeted demographic audience.
2. Interview guests, converse with callers, and host live events.
3. Adhere to all guidelines, policies, and procedures of the station, iHeartMedia, the FCC, and all other federal, state, and local laws.
4. Prepare for an air shift using creativity, imagination, and independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping, or broadcasting on-air material.
5. Ensure logged commercials, promotions, and any other programming essential to the station's operation are aired.
6. Maintain a website personality page.
7. Participate in required station Programming, Promotions, and Sales staff meetings and events.
8. Make regular approved appearances at paid and non-paid station events; serve as an ambassador for the radio station(s).
9. Execute only the interviews and events on air that are approved by the Program Director.
10. Assist with voice-over and production of paid and non-paid spots required to run on the station.
11. Research and gain knowledge of the subject matter that facilitates speaking extemporaneously and providing immediate non-scripted analysis/commentary.
12. Finalize content using digital audio editing software.
13. Prepare written content, visual images, audio material, and video footage for websites, blogs, or other social media platforms.
14. Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notify Engineering of technical malfunctions.
15. Handle emergency inserts (e.g., news updates and breaking stories); is on call for possible disasters, breaking news, or acts of nature.

What You'll Need:

1. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking.
2. Proficient in media production and broadcast systems; familiar with NexGen, Vox Pro, and Pro Tools.
3. Strong knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations.
4. 3+ years of on-air radio experience required.
5. 4-year college degree, preferably in Communications or Broadcast Journalism.

Benefits:
iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and includes:

1. Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options.
2. Paid vacation and sick time.
3. Paid company holidays.
4. A 401K plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment.

Vacancy Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 9/26/2024
Closing Date: 12/25/2024
City: Dallas
State: Texas