WCOL AMD Co-Host

iheartmedia; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

iHeartMedia in the United States is seeking an energetic AMD Co-Host for WCOL-FM (Country) to join our on-air team. You will perform news, talk, music, or other format shows, engage listeners, interview guests, and host live events across stations and digital platforms.

Ideal candidates have strong on-air presence, proficiency with broadcast systems, and the ability to work with a team, follow FCC guidelines, and adapt to fast-moving market needs.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking.
• Proficient in media production and broadcast systems; familiar with NexGen, Vox Pro, and Pro To.

Responsibilities

• Perform news, talk, music, comedic, or other format shows or programs for broadcast entertainment.
• Establish a relationship with listeners by providing entertainment and/or information of interest.
• Interview guests, moderate debates, converse with callers, and host live events.
• Adhere to all guidelines, policies, and procedures of the station, iHeartMedia, the FCC, and all other laws.
• Prepare for an air shift using creativity, imagination, and independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, or broadcasting on-air material.
• Ensure logged commercials, promotions, and any other programming essential to the station's operation are aired.
• Maintain a website personality page.
• Participate in required station Programming, Promotions, and Sales staff meetings and events.
• Make appearances at paid and non-paid station events; serve as an ambassador for the radio station(s).
• Execute only the interviews and events on air that are approved by the Program Director; follow the show format.
• Assist with voice-over and production of spots to run on the station.
• Serve as a primary creative voice and direct support staff of the show.
• Research and gain knowledge of the subject matter for spontaneous commentary.
• Finalize content using digital audio editing software.
• Prepare materials for websites, blogs, or social platforms.
• Check studio equipment and notify Engineering of issues.
• Handle emergency inserts and be on-call for breaking news or disasters.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Media production

Broadcast systems

Tools

NexGen

Vox Pro

Pro To

Job description

iHeartMedia Markets

The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America , reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that's twice the size of any other audio company - almost three times the size of the largest TV network - and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have: More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined; We're the largest podcast publisher , with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix; iHeart is the home of many of the country's most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers , who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America; We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour; iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America; Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio , from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we're able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.

Because we reach almost every community in America, we're committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.

At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!

What We Need:

AMD Co-Host for WCOL-FM (Country)

What You'll Do:

• Perform news, talk, music, comedic, or other format shows or programs for broadcast entertainment.


• Establish a relationship with listeners by providing entertainment and/or information of interest consistent with format, genre, and targeted demographic audience.


• Interview guests, moderate debates, converse with callers, and host live events.


• Adhere to all guidelines, policies, and procedures of the station, iHeartMedia, the FCC, and all other federal, state, and local laws, including policies and procedures regarding indecency and obscenity.


• Prepare for an air shift using creativity, imagination, and the exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing taping, or broadcasting on-air material.


• Ensure logged commercials, promotions, and any other programming essential to the station's operation are aired.


• Maintain a website personality page.


• Participate in required station Programming, Promotions, and Sales staff meetings and events.


• Make regular approved appearances at paid and non-paid station events; serve as an ambassador for the radio station(s) when out in public.


• Execute only the interviews and events on air that are approved by the Program Director; follow the designated show format.


• Assist with voice-over and production of paid and non-paid spots required to run on the station.


• Serve as a primary creative voice and direct support staff of the show.


• Research and gain knowledge of the subject matter that facilitates speaking extemporaneously and providing immediate non-scripted analysis/commentary.


• Finalize content using digital audio editing software.


• Prepare written content, visual images, audio material, and video footage for websites, blogs, or other social media platforms.


• Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notify Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting the quality of the broadcast.


• Handles emergency inserts (e.g. news updates and breaking stories, emergencies, alert system tests, etc.); is on call for possible disasters, breaking news, or acts of nature.

What You'll Need:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking


• Proficient in media production and broadcast systems; familiar with NexGen, Vox Pro, and Pro To