Radio Host / Multimedia Content Creator & Brand Influencer - Dubuque

townsquaremedia; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Townsquare Media is seeking a Radio Host / Multimedia Content Creator & Brand Influencer in Dubuque to lead live on-air shows, create compelling local written and video content, and collaborate with local businesses as a trusted influencer. The role blends radio, social media, and community engagement to grow the station brand.

The ideal candidate writes actively for the station’s website, produces video across platforms, and represents Townsquare at events, promotions, and client meetings,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Proven track record creating written content and video across platforms.
• Strong on-air presence and on-camera comfort.
• Knowledge of FCC rules.
• Ability to build community relationships and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Host live, engaging on-air shows Monday through Friday.
• Prepare daily show content that informs, entertains, and connects with the audience.
• Create at least two original local articles per day for the station website and app.
• Write and schedule engaging posts across social platforms.
• Conduct interviews, appearances, remotes, and community events to connect with listeners.
• Represent the station at promotions, live broadcasts, and special programming initiatives.
• Produce commercials and assist with market-wide programming and content needs.
• Build authentic community relationships to champion the station brand.

Skills

On-air presence

Video content

Social media

Interviews

Community engagement

Brand partnerships

Public speaking

Content strategy

Storytelling

Multimedia

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

NexGen

Adobe Audition

Job description

Radio Host / Multimedia Content Creator & Brand Influencer - Dubuque

*This is a full-time, in-office opportunity. *

Be the Voice, Face, Writer, Content and Community Influencer of Your Community:

Are you a creative personality with a passion for radio, digital storytelling, video content creation, and building community relationships ? At Townsquare Media Group, we're looking for a Radio Host / Multimedia Content Creator & Brand Influencer who can dominate the airwaves, create compelling local written content online, produce engaging video across platforms, and partner with local businesses as a trusted endorser and influencer.

Why Townsquare Media?

Townsquare is a media, entertainment, and digital marketing solutions company dedicated to serving small and mid-sized markets across the U.S. We own and operate 354 radio stations and more than 400 local websites across 74 markets-including trusted Dubuque stations.

We combine the power of local media with best-in-class digital solutions to help businesses grow-offering everything from broadcast and digital advertising to SEO, web design, and programmatic marketing.

What You'll Do:

• Hosting live, engaging on-air shows Monday through Friday
• Preparing daily show content that entertains, informs, and connects with the target audience
• Creating and publishing a minimum of two original local articles per day for the station website and mobile app
• Writing and scheduling engaging posts across social platforms including Facebook and others
• Connecting with listeners through interviews, live appearances, remotes, and community events
• Representing the station at promotions, live broadcasts, and special programming initiatives
• Producing commercials and assisting with market-wide programming and content needs
• Championing the station brand "on the streets" by building authentic community relationships
• Collaborating with on-air, digital, production, and sales teams to support integrated content initiatives
• Creating and publishing original video content regularly, including social-first short-form video (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) and longer-form segments that grow your personal on-screen brand
• Prospecting and developing endorsement and influencer partnerships with local businesses, pitching yourself as a trusted community voice who can authentically promote products and services across on-air, video, and social platforms
• Participating in person in high-visibility community events, client meetings, and business functions as a station ambassador who builds relationships that translate into revenue

What You'll Bring:

• Proven, active track record creating original written digital content AND video content across social platforms (show us your pages)
• Strong on-air presence AND on-camera comfort, with the ability to connect authentically with listeners and viewers across every platform
• Knowledge of basic FCC rules and regulations
• Solid understanding of current events and various formats
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfort multitasking, meeting deadlines, and working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to operate control boards, remote broadcast equipment, and related production tools
• Willingness to quickly learn and become proficient in NexGen and Adobe Audition
• Exceptional public speaking, presentation, and networking skills with the confidence to walk into a business, build a relationship, and close an endorsement deal
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize effectively
• Active video creator with a current, maintained presence on at least one short-form video platform (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts) and demonstrated comfort on camera
• Entrepreneurial, sales-minded instincts: you think about your personal brand as a business , proactively seek out partnership and endorsement opportunities, and are motivated by revenue tied to your influence
• Experience with or strong interest in influencer marketing, brand endorsements, or sponsored content creation, including the ability to pitch yourself compellingly to local advertisers
• High School Diploma (required)
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and vehicle (required)

What's In It for You?

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