On-Air Host & Content Creator — Local Influencer

Saga Communications; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Asheville Media Group is seeking a dynamic On-Air Content Creator & Influencer to own the afternoon drive slot and extend the show beyond the airwaves. This role blends radio with multi-platform content across social media, video, and podcasting, inviting you to be the voice of the drive home and the face of the station online.

You will craft engaging local content, host a high-energy show, and collaborate with the team to grow ratings, engagement, and brand reach across Facebook, Instagram, and

Qualifications

• Strong on-air and on-camera presence with a personality-driven style.
• Active social media user with platform trend understanding.
• Basic video editing and content production skills.
• Podcast hosting or production experience preferred.
• Deep connection to the local community and music culture.

Responsibilities

• Host a high-energy, music-driven show.
• Deliver compelling breaks with personality, local relevance, and authenticity.
• Execute station promotions, contests, and live reads seamlessly.
• Engage listeners through phone calls, social interaction, and community presence.
• Collaborate with programming to grow ratings and maintain format integrity.
• Create consistent, original local video content for Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms.
• Develop short-form and long-form personality-driven content.
• Capture behind-the-scenes, community events, artist moments, and trending topics.
• Build and maintain a recognizable digital brand voice aligned with the station.
• Track and grow engagement metrics across platforms.
• Conceptualize, launch, and maintain a recurring podcast.
• Produce compelling content that complements the on-air show.
• Book guests, outline episodes, and manage recording workflow.
• Promote podcast episodes across social and on-air channels.

Skills

On-air presence

Social media savoir-faire

Video editing

Podcast hosting

Community connection

Job description

Asheville Media Group is seeking a dynamic On-Air Content Creator & Influencer to own the afternoon drive slot and extend the show beyond the airwaves. This role blends radio with multi-platform content across social media, video, and podcasting, inviting you to be the voice of the drive home and the face of the station online.

You will craft engaging local content, host a high-energy show, and collaborate with the team to grow ratings, engagement, and brand reach across Facebook, Instagram, and