Part Time On Air Host for WBEN & WGR Buffalo

Audacy, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 56,826 - 80,934; Part time

Job summary

Audacy Buffalo is seeking energetic part-time fill-in show hosts to join our Programming team in Buffalo. You’ll contribute to live broadcasts, create engaging content, and connect with local listeners across dayparts.

The role is onsite in Buffalo, with flexible schedules, a focus on credible, entertaining reporting, and opportunities to grow within Audacy Buffalo. Ideal candidates bring a strong on-air presence and a love for live radio, with starting pay around $50 per hour depending on

Qualifications

• Must exude personality and share strong opinions while entertaining.
• Strong media background and interest in local, national political news and human-interest topics.

Responsibilities

• Create original content and perform live broadcasts that are entertaining and informative.
• Host live broadcasts that are entertaining and informative.
• Participate and create original content for social media; manage online personality presence.
• Protect the station’s FCC license.
• Monitor music and commercial logs for the airshift.
• Ensure that promotions and contests are executed properly.
• Operate the control board and perform production work.
• Other duties as required by management.

Skills

Excellent communicator

On-air personality

Local/national news interest

Tools

Studio audio equipment

Control board operation

Job description

Job Title: Audacy Buffalo Part-time / Fill-in Host Positions

Department: Programming

Reporting To: Brand Manager

Employment Type: Part Time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Audacy Buffalo - WGR SportsRadio 550 and NewsRadio 930 WBEN are seeking fill-in, part-time hosts.

WGR SportsRadio 550, The Voice of the Fans, and NewsRadio 930 WBEN, Buffalo’s trusted news and talk leader, are looking for energetic, engaging, and impactful Part-Time / Fill-In Show Hosts to join our Audacy Buffalo team.

As one of the region’s most respected stations, WBEN has built a legacy of delivering timely news, insightful commentary, and meaningful community conversation. If you have a sharp news sense, a dynamic personality, and a love for live radio, we’d love to hear your voice on NewsRadio 930 WBEN.

WGR SportsRadio 550 is a cornerstone of Buffalo’s sports culture, serving as a central voice, connecting fans across Western New York while fostering a strong sense of community through live coverage, local discussion, and shared passion for the Bills and Sabres.

The ideal candidate is a confident communicator with a strong on-air presence, quick thinking, and a passion for connecting with listeners on a local and national level. This role requires flexibility to fill in across various dayparts, contribute to show preparation, and maintain WBEN and WGR’s high standard of credibility and professionalism.

The anticipated starting salary range for New York-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $50.00 per hour. Salary will be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Responsibilities

• Create original content and perform live broadcasts that are entertaining and informative.
• Host live broadcasts that are entertaining and informative.
• Participate and create original content for all social media platforms; manage online personality presence.
• Protect the station’s FCC license.
• Monitor music and commercial logs for the airshift.
• Ensure that promotions and contests are executed properly.
• Operate the control board and perform production work.
• Other duties as required by management.

Qualifications

• Must exude personality and be unafraid to share strong opinions while entertaining in person.
• Must have a strong media background and interest in local, national, political news and human-interest topics.

Required & Preferred Skills

• Excellent communicator with strong creative skills.
• Working knowledge of studio audio equipment necessary for on-air execution.
• Knowledge of the format and audience required.

Important Notes

Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, verify their authenticity before responding.

About Us

Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month.

EEO

Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and other protected classifications. Audacy provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities for the online application process. Please call 1-610-660-5614 to request an accommodation for this purpose; this phone number is reserved solely for accommodation requests.