On-Air Lifestyle Host & Community Interviewer

GRAY MEDIA; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KATC-TV/Gray Media in Lafayette, Louisiana is seeking an on-air host to anchor lifestyle and community segments, and to produce and host additional community-focused content as needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong on-camera presence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to connect with local leaders, businesses, and viewers.

The role offers opportunities to collaborate across platforms in a dynamic, growing market, with room to develop storytelling across multiple formats

Qualifications

• Ability to confidently host and anchor on-air segments.
• Proficiency in writing, reading, and delivering news copy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively engage and connect with the public.
• Professional, energetic, and personable on-camera presence.

Responsibilities

• Host and anchor lifestyle, interview, and community-focused segments on air.
• Conduct engaging interviews with local newsmakers, community leaders, business owners, and guests.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, businesses, and local leaders.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the station's programming and community engagement efforts.

Skills

On-air hosting

Interviewing

News copy writing

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Job description

KATC-TV/Gray Media in Lafayette, Louisiana is seeking an on-air host to anchor lifestyle and community segments, and to produce and host additional community-focused content as needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong on-camera presence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to connect with local leaders, businesses, and viewers.

The role offers opportunities to collaborate across platforms in a dynamic, growing market, with room to develop storytelling across multiple formats