Host, Local Show

Texas Association of Broadcasters; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

KERA, a prominent media organization in Texas, seeks a dynamic host for a new local news program. The ideal candidate will bring strong journalism skills, demonstrate a passion for community storytelling, and possess a deep understanding of the local audience. This role requires balancing hard news with cultural insights, effectively bridging gaps in reporting.

Benefits

Generous vacation

401k plan with contribution

Flexible scheduling

Strong company culture

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in journalism or content creation.
• Established social media presence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Host daily live show, including remote broadcasts.
• Research and conduct interviews on current news.
• Maintain social media presence to engage with audience.

Skills

Audio production and editing

Social media management

Sound news judgment

Community engagement

Job description

WHO WE ARE:
Serving the country’s fifth-largest media market, KERA reaches more than 5 million people monthly through KERA TV , KERA News , KXT , WRR and The Denton Record-Chronicle . For more than 60 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for community engagement and lifelong learning.

As we seek to recognize and reflect our audience and communities, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds and points of view to consider employment opportunities at KERA.

POSITION SUMMARY:

KERA is seeking a dynamic, curious and charismatic host for a new daily local news program. This role requires more than just sounding good behind a mic - the host will be one of the faces and voices of a show designed to bring North Texans together around the stories that shape their day. As a host, you will work with a co-host and show producers to build a bridge between KERA’s morning and afternoon news coverage by talking with newsmakers, influencers, contributors and KERA News reporters about the day’s stories. You’ll also balance the hard news with a lighter touch by looking at arts, culture, and what it’s like to live in North Texas. A successful candidate will be committed to helping the audience understand how the news of the day connects to their lives and be driven to better connect listeners to their community.

This position is classified as FLSA exempt, is not eligible for overtime and reports to the Executive Producer, Talk.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences and passions. If you do not meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and feel you could be a good fit, we would like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.

• Host daily live show, including frequent remote tapings or broadcasts.
• Research,script and conduct interviews on the day’s news and regularly occurring segments with newsmakers, regular contributors and KERA staff, both life and pre-recorded.
• Work with producers to reimagine and edit show content for later use across digital and broadcast platforms.
• Doadditional reporting and producing for broadcast and digital content.
• Moderate discussions at community events that will be captured for laterbroadcast and digital presentations.
• Maintain a regular social media presence across platforms to further engage with audience
• Develop engaging program ideas and creative approaches to covering news and current affairs.
• Work with show producers and KERANews team to build a roster of community thought leaders, sources and contributors to talk with on-air when news dictates.
• Maintain the highest editorial standards of accuracy,ethics and balance.
• Ensure that guests and on-air voices reflect communities across North Texas.
• Represent KERA at professional and public events as assigned.
• Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Performadditional duties as assigned.

This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is subject to regular reviews and updates

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL:
We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences and passions. If you do not meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and feel you could be a good fit, we would like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years in journalism, content creation or relevant experience.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects/priorities ondeadline.
• Knowledge of/experience in audio production and editing.
• Established social media presence plus knowledge of current social media trends and ability to tap into them.
• Ability to exercise sound news judgment and follow KERA/NPR ethics and editorial standards.
• A passion for public media and serving a diverse audience.
• Ability to work some nights and weekends, as needed andrequested.

BONUS IF YOU BRING:

• Knowledge of North Texas people, cultures, issues and geography.
• Working knowledge of Spanish and/or other languages common in Texas

SALARY RANGE

This role includes unique responsibilities beyond traditional on-air hosting. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s individual experience and specialized skill set.

BENEFITS

• Generous vacation (3 weeks), sick (8 days), personal time (2 days) and holidays (11)
• KERA-paid short and long-term disability, basic life insurance and AD&D insurance
• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work environment
• 401k plan with KERA contribution after 6 months
• Robust employeeassistance program available to the employee and all members of their household
• Strong company culture focused on connection, belonging and professional growth

LOCATION:

We expect that this position will work out of our Dallas office at least 95% of the time.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Complete the application on KERA’s employment page.
• Attach a resume and cover letter summarizing why you are the best fit for the role

APPLICATION TIMELINE:

We generally close roles 2-4 weeks after posting. The hiring process may continue for several weeks after the closing of the role depending on the number of applicants.

KERA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

KERA believes that diversity is important to our success. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.