Midday Radio Host & Programming Assistant

Corus Entertainment Inc.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Corus Entertainment Inc. in Guelph, ON, is seeking a Network Midday Host / Programming Assistant. This full-time role blends daily on-air hosting with hands-on programming, content development, and station operations.

You’ll host middays across Hot AC stations, connect with listeners through relatable content, and support music scheduling, promotions, social media, and day-to-day programming needs. Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of radio broadcasting experience, strong content creation skills,

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of radio broadcasting experience preferred.
• Strong on-air hosting ability and audience engagement.
• Excellent content creation skills across on-air, social, digital, and video platforms.
• Solid organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience with music scheduling and programming systems is a plus.
• Understanding of Hot AC formats and current music trends.
• Strong social media instincts and content creation.
• Experience recording and editing audio/video content.
• Positive attitude and collaborative work ethic.
• Willingness to participate in station events and promotions.

Responsibilities

• Hosting a compelling and engaging weekday midday show.
• Creating relatable, topical, and entertaining content for Hot AC listeners.
• Assisting with programming execution, music scheduling, and daily log management.
• Preparing and organizing show content, contests, promotions, and station features.
• Supporting station websites, social channels, and digital content initiatives.
• Collaborating with programming and on-air teams to execute station strategies and promotions.
• Recording commercial, promotional, and imaging content as required.
• Voice tracking additional stations and supporting network programming.
• Assisting with promotional appearances, station events, and community activations.
• Identifying and executing revenue-friendly programming and promotional opportunities.
• Providing vacation and short-notice coverage for other dayparts when required.

Skills

On-air hosting

Radio broadcasting

Content creation

Audience engagement

Music scheduling

Social media

Editing audio/video

Team collaboration

Organization

Driver's license

Job description

Corus Entertainment Inc. in Guelph, ON, is seeking a Network Midday Host / Programming Assistant. This full-time role blends daily on-air hosting with hands-on programming, content development, and station operations.

You’ll host middays across Hot AC stations, connect with listeners through relatable content, and support music scheduling, promotions, social media, and day-to-day programming needs. Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of radio broadcasting experience, strong content creation skills,