Part-Time Sports Talk Host

Audacy; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Part-Time Sports Talk Show Host to join their vibrant team in Washington, D.C. This exciting role involves hosting live shows, providing sports updates, and engaging with the local sports community. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in sports radio, a strong understanding of the DC sports scene, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, this opportunity offers a platform to showcase your passion for sports and connect with an enthusiastic audience. If you have a unique voice and insights to share, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Health Care Coordinator

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Mental Health Support

Telemedicine Services

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Student Loan Payment Assistance

Identity Theft Protection

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in sports radio or media, with knowledge of DC sports.
• Experience in social media and digital platforms is essential.

Responsibilities

• Host live shows and provide sports news updates.
• Engage with the DC sports community and represent the brands.

Skills

Sports Radio Experience

Knowledge of DC Sports

Social Media Understanding

Fast-Paced Environment Adaptability

Team Collaboration

Independent Work

Innovative Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Part-Time Sports Talk Show Host

Department: Programming

Reporting To: Brand Manager

Employment Type: Part-Time

Pay Transparency: $20.00/Hr. - $50.00/Hr.

Location(s): Washington, D.C.

Work Arrangement: On-Site

The anticipated starting salary range for Washington, D.C.-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $20.00/Hr and $25.00/Hr.

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits with a comprehensive benefits package which includes: a health care coordinator, medical, dental, vision, mental health, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, disability, life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, paid time off (sick, flex-time away/vacation days, personal, parental, volunteer), 401(k) retirement plan, student loan payment assistance program, legal assistance, life assistance program, identity theft protection, discounted home and auto insurance, and pet insurance.

Overview:

Washington, DC’s 106.7 The Fan (WJFK-FM) and Team 980 (WTEM) are looking for their next on-air host. If you are a talented on-air host that knows the DC sports market, has strong opinions you can back up, is dependable, has a drive to succeed and knowledge of the current digital scene – we want to hear from you!

Send a resume, samples of your work and a brief cover letter of what DC sports and sports radio means to you by applying to this posting.

We are always on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our dynamic team. While we may not have an immediate opening, we are continuously building a pipeline of talented individuals who are interested in becoming a part of our organization when opportunities arise. By submitting your application, you will become part of our talent pool. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to reviewing your application.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• Host shows live from the studio, including breaking news and special coverage
• Do live or recorded sports news updates
• Be an ambassador for the DC sports scene
• Be active on digital platforms (video, social media, etc.)
• Collaborate with a sales staff regarding endorsements and content ideas
• Make on-site appearances representing the 106.7 The Fan and Team 980 brands

Qualifications

More About You:

Required & Preferred:

• Must have a minimum of 1 years’ experience in sports radio or sports media
• Must have experience in the Washington, DC media market
• Must have an understanding of Washington, DC sports
• Experience with and an understanding of social media and evolving digital landscape
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to work flexible and irregular hours
• Willingness to experiment and innovate
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• A valid driver’s license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant’s own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.

Important Notes:

Please be aware that Audacy willnever ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives willonly come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.

About Us

Audacy is a scaled, leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company differentiated by its exclusive, premium audio content. Audacy operates one of the country’s two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the country’s largest markets, as well as one of the country’s largest podcast networks and the Audacy direct-to-consumer streaming platform. Audacy is a major event producer and a digital marketing solutions provider and is the unrivaled leader in local news and sports radio. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com, Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram.

EEO

Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/ gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.