Lifestyle Co-host/Reporter

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic on-air Co-Host/Reporter for a new lifestyle show launching in Philadelphia. This exciting role involves delivering engaging content, conducting interviews, and collaborating with various teams to create a vibrant show that highlights local businesses and events. The ideal candidate will have a background in journalism or communications, with at least a year of on-air experience. If you are a self-starter with a passion for storytelling and community engagement, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values creativity and innovation in broadcasting!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field required.
• Minimum one year On-Air hosting or reporting experience in a live production environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver live lifestyle and entertainment content for TV and Digital every weekday.
• Conduct compelling interviews and engaging demonstrations with guests.
• Research show topics and develop questions for guests.

Skills

On-Air Hosting

Reporting

Content Writing

Research Skills

Adobe Premiere

Microsoft Office

ENPS

WordPress

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

ENPS

WordPress

Job description

WPHL-TV is hiring!.

WPHL-TV/CW is hiring an energetic & dynamic on-air Co-Host/Reporter for a daily hour-long lifestyle show launching in Philadelphia this fall.

The show will highlight local businesses and events happening throughout the Delaware Valley to help promote our brand – We Are Philadelphia.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering live lifestyle and entertainment content for TV and Digital every weekday
• Conducting compelling interviews and engaging demonstrations with guests and clients, both in studio and on location
• Assists in writing, researching, and coordinating content.
• Actively participate in daily content meetings.
• Knowledge of current events, pop culture, and community connections.
• Contributing their best ideas in content discussions and pitch meetings
• Researching show topics and developing questions for guests in coordination with the Executive Producer/Co-host and producer.
• Working closely with the Executive Producer/Co-host, Producer, Creative Services Producers, as well as the Sales & Marketing teams to put on the best show day-in and day-out
• Writing stories and posts for the show’s website and social media pages
• Participating in community events to help promote the show and the station
• Assisting sales department on presentations, including meeting with clients, as needed
• Other duties as assigned by Creative Services Director.

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Minimum one year On-Air hosting or reporting experience in a live production environment
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter, able to work alone and as part of a team
• Ability to write stories for on-air and the web
• Ability to shoot and edit stories a huge plus
• Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe Premiere.
• Knowledge of ENPS
• Knowledge of Wordpress is a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Software, especially Outlook and Microsoft Word
• Demo reel of previous hosting/reporting experience required (no exceptions).