Lifestyle Host/Producer

Iowa Broadcasters Association; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KCRG-TV9, part of Gray Media, seeks an energetic lifestyle host/producer to spotlight Eastern Iowa’s businesses, restaurants, and events. You will guide viewers on-air, conduct interviews, and craft stories for TV and digital platforms.

Responsibilities include researching topics, coordinating production elements, and collaborating with sales on sponsored content while cultivating a strong audience on social channels. Strong writing and interview skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or another related field.
• Experience as a host or on-air personality is a must.
• Experience shooting and editing video is a plus.
• Familiarity with social media best practices (Facebook/Twitter/TikTok/Instagram).
• Ability to produce content in the field independently.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills.
• Strong ad-libbing and interviewing skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects with varying production timelines.
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter, able to work well alone and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• A driver's license and a good driving record are required.

Responsibilities

• Host a daily lifestyle show, presenting information live on-air.
• Interview show guests/clients both in-studio and on location.
• Research, shoot, write, edit, and present stories on the air, including sponsored content.
• Research show topics and develop questions for guests.
• Coordinate production elements, including video, graphics, and camera shots.
• Closely work with the sales team on sponsored content.
• Write and post videos to digital platforms in support of lifestyle programming.
• Showcase content on social media to expand audience reach.

Skills

On-air hosting

Interviewing

Writing & proofreading

Ad-libbing

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Self-starter

Team player

Driving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism/Communications

Tools

Video editing (Premiere/related)

Camera operation

Job description

Position/Title: LIFESTYLE HOST/PRODUCER - KCRG

Details:

About Gray Media

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About KCRG

KCRG-TV9 is the most-watched and most-trusted news outlet covering Eastern Iowa. Based in Cedar Rapids with a bureau in Dubuque, we are dedicated to being a part of our community and keeping that community informed. We produce 7+ hours of news each day, support a robust social media and digital platform, and carry 100 live sports and community events a year with our live production unit.

Job Summary/Description

KCRG-TV9 is seeking an energetic host and producer to join our lifestyle program showcasing the best Eastern Iowa has to offer. From profiling businesses to the newest restaurants in town, you will be a tour guide for the audience and work with clients to help them showcase their products on-air and on digital platforms. This role requires high energy on-camera performance, strong interview skills, great organization and planning, as well as a creative and proactive approach to developing content.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Host a daily lifestyle show, presenting information live on-air.
• Interview show guests/clients both in-studio and on location
• Research, shoot, write, edit, and present stories on the air, including sponsored content
• Research shows topics and developing questions for guests
• Coordinate production elements, including video, graphics, and camera shots
• Closely work with the sales team on sponsored content
• Write and post videos to digital platforms in support of lifestyle programming
• Showcase content on social media to expand audience reach

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or another related field
• Experience as a host or on-air personality is a must.
• Experience shooting and editing video is a plus
• Must be familiar with social media best practices (Facebook/Twitter/TikTok/Instagram)
• Ability to produce content in the field independently
• Strong writing and proofreading skills
• Strong ad-libbing and interviewing skills
• Ability to prioritize and address multiple projects with varying production timelines
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter, able to work well alone and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong customer service skills are a must
• A driver's license and a good driving record are required
• Ability to pay careful attention to detail while under pressure of deadlines
• Strong ability to find answers and solve problems

KCRG-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 4/10/2026

Closing Date: 10/1/2026

City: Cedar Rapids - 52401

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