On-Air Host

Wisconsin Broadcasters Association; Alabama; On-site; USD 25,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits

Job summary

iHeartMedia in Madison, WI, is seeking a versatile daily sports-talk host with deep collegiate and professional sports knowledge to anchor a high-energy program.

You will curate original content for live radio and cross‑platform social media, build relationships with local sports organizations, and work with the sales team to create listener-focused, sponsorship-friendly content. This role requires an engaging, dynamic communicator who can grow the show's digital footprint across platforms.

Qualifications

• Dynamic communicator with strong on-air presence.
• Experience hosting sports talk and creating engaging content.
• Ability to grow audiences across radio and digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Anchor a daily sports-talk program with high-energy delivery.
• Curate and produce original content for live radio and social media.
• Build relationships with local sports organizations and sponsors.
• Collaborate with sales to develop listener-focused content.

Skills

Sports knowledge

On-air presence

Social media savvy

Job description

The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have:

• More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;
• We’re the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;
• iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on‑air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;
• We create and produce some of the most popular and well‑known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;
• iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;
• Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and
• We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.

Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.

Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

What We Need:

We are seeking a versatile, high-energy communicator with deep sports expertise to anchor a daily program while driving digital growth through innovative content, multi-platform social media engagement, and strategic local community partnerships.

This individual must possess the unique ability to remain captivating across all seasons and topics, bridging the gap between traditional radio broadcasting and modern digital-first storytelling to ensure our brand stays at the forefront of the sports conversation.

What You’ll Do:

As the primary host of a daily sports-talk program, you will be responsible for anchoring a high-energy broadcast driven by a deep expertise in both collegiate and professional athletics.

Your core duty involves curating and producing creative, original content tailored for live radio and cross-platform social media engagement to grow the show’s digital footprint.

Beyond the microphone, you will serve as a brand ambassador by establishing strategic relationships with local sports organizations and collaborating closely with the sales department to develop content that is both listener-focused and sponsorship-friendly.

What You’ll Need:

To be successful in this role, you must be a dynamic communicator with the versatility to remain engaging regardless of the sports season or the topic at hand.

Beyond exceptional oral communication skills and "on-air" presence, you should possess a savvy understanding of modern audience growth, specifically in creating viral "buzz" across social media and traditional media platforms.

We are looking for a personality who can bridge the gap between legacy broadcasting and digital-first content to keep our brand at the forefront of the local sports conversation.

Location:

Madison, WI: 2651 South Fish Hatchery Road, 53711

Time Type:

Pay Type:

Hourly

iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

Our organization participates in E-Verify.

Additional Info

Station/Company Name : iHeartMedia

Location : Madison