Townsquare Media, Inc is hiring: Radio Host/ Digital Content Writer- WOUR in Cit

Radio Host/ Digital Content Writer - WOUR - Utica

Townsquare Media has an open opportunity to host daily for Utica's WOUR brand. Along with great on-air skills, we're looking for a strong content creator and someone to be the champion of the station on the streets - you must be a 360 talent to propel the brand to new heights.

Townsquare is a digital-first company, built in tandem with great radio brands that emphasize great local content and community involvement. You must be excited to embrace and prioritize the digital world alongside the terrestrial and be ready to learn and grow with a world-class team.

Applicants must be social media savvy, regularly contribute great local content to the station's website, mobile app, and all social platforms. Digital is not an afterthought, it is part of our DNA - and what sets us apart.

The successful candidate must be able to connect and engage with the station's target audience on all platforms. You're ready to put down roots, build community relationships and become a part of Utica, New York - at a driven and inventive company that strongly values our most important asset - our people. We're in it for the long haul, and we're looking for someone that's ready to build and be part of that future.

Responsibilities

• Host daily on-air show Monday - Friday.
• Spend time each day doing daily show prep.
• Entertain and inform the listener audience both on the air, via digital content, and social media outlets.
• Publish a minimum of 2 original local articles per day on the station website and mobile app.
• Write assigned Facebook posts along with other social media platforms.
• Conduct on-air interviews, attend and assist in all market cluster live events, and produce commercials on a daily basis.
• Conduct Live Remotes and appearances and assist in special promotions and programming activities.

Qualifications

• History of original written digital content.
• Knowledge of basic FCC rules and regulations.
• Must have superior knowledge of current events.
• Ability to interact with management and staff at all levels, multi-task, and handle pressures and deadlines.
• Skill in operation of control board, remote broadcasting, and other related production equipment.
• Quickly become proficient in NexGen and Adobe Audition.
• Computer literacy in applicable programs and excellent verbal communication skills.
• Public speaking skills and ability to interact with listeners and clients in a public setting.
• Problem-solving ability and skill in prioritizing.

Benefits

• 3 weeks of PTO (+ 9 paid holidays).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Casual, high-energy work environment.
• Opportunity for upward mobility.
• Company provided laptop.
• Competitive salary + bonus program.
• Company discounts.
• Pet Insurance.
• Time off for volunteering.

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