Seattle On-Call Talk Show Host | Dynamic Audio & Social

Bonneville

Seattle, Northern (WA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 41,000 - 69,000

Part time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Access to financial planners
Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

Bonneville Seattle seeks an on-call talk show host for KIRO FM. You will craft entertaining, informative content for a daily Seattle program, deliver with confidence, and grow audiences across streaming audio, video and social media.

The role requires a strong on-air presence, knowledge of FCC rules, and ability to work with a producer to create engaging segments. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of hosting experience, a flexible on-site schedule, and a bachelor’s degree in communications or

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or related field is preferred.
  • Experience hosting radio or live talk formats is valued.
  • Ability to operate in fast-paced broadcast environments and manage content.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, prepare, produce and deliver daily talk show content.
  • Develop story ideas and collaborate with a show producer.
  • Present live, unscripted content with continuity and clarity.
  • Operate studio equipment and edit audio as needed.
  • Adapt quickly to feedback and changing show dynamics.

Skills

Audience engagement
Content creation
Broadcast hosting
FCC rules knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in communication/journalism

Tools

Word processing
Computers

Job description

Bonneville Seattle seeks an on-call talk show host for KIRO FM. You will craft entertaining, informative content for a daily Seattle program, deliver with confidence, and grow audiences across streaming audio, video and social media.

The role requires a strong on-air presence, knowledge of FCC rules, and ability to work with a producer to create engaging segments. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of hosting experience, a flexible on-site schedule, and a bachelor’s degree in communications or

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