KATE-AM in Albert Lea, MN is seeking a Morning Show Announcer.
Alpha Media is seeking a Morning Show Announcer for our Heritage station KATE 1450 AM in Albert Lea, Minnesota. The ideal candidate is a news/communications professional with a strong background in live local and relevant radio delivered with enthusiasm for informing and entertaining audiences about what is going on in our communities. We are looking for someone who is active and enjoys being a part of a community. This job opportunity is well-suited for someone community-oriented with a strong agriculture background, a diverse range of skills, and a continued desire to gain such skills through the daily experience of working as an on-air radio talent, a news writer, an interviewer, and a digital content producer.
Responsibilities for this position include:
- Conduct interviews with agribusiness news sources and convert information obtained into stories, reports, or long-form interviews for use on-air and on the website.
- Provide up-to-the-minute market reports throughout the day.
- Convert information obtained through news releases and other sources into stories and reports for use on-air and or on the website.
- Edit and refine audio for use on-air and or on the website.
- Download audio feeds from outside sources.
- Load audio into audio folders for use by others, including for on-air purposes.
- Post material to the KATE 1450 AM website.
- Produce photos, videos, graphic images, and other materials for use on the website and other purposes such as station promotion.
- Shift is 5:30 am to 1:30 pm. The board shift is from 6 am to 8:30 am.
- Working weekends on occasion dependent on the customer’s need for a live remote.
Requirements of this position include the following:
- 2-3 years of experience on-air.
- Able to develop ongoing relationships with local city, county, and state officials.
- Ability to relate to listeners from a wide range of demographics.
- Knowledge of all applicable FCC rules and regulations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be a team player and work well with all levels of management.
- Knowledge of all G-Suite programs.
- Knowledge of agriculture and related issues.
- Ability to multitask and handle constantly evolving deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to assist the News Department in coverage of local events and stories.
Preference may be given to candidates who have the above experience plus the following:
- Prior broadcast industry experience.
- General knowledge of sales concepts and sales software.
Benefits:
Alpha Media invests in people who invest in themselves and offers employees a competitive package of health and welfare benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Careers page.
- Employer-sponsored medical, dental & vision insurance with a variety of coverage options and additional benefits to choose from.
- Starting with 17 days of PTO, 11 Company Holidays, and a Birthday Day for you to use during your birth month.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for full-time and part-time employees and all household members at no cost.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer matching.
- Alpha Cares – paid volunteer hours.
- Pet adoption subsidy.
The Alpha Pack!
Alpha Media is a diverse multimedia company that shares music, sports, and news content across various platforms. Alpha owns and operates over 200 live broadcast radio stations and digital properties across the United States. We believe in hiring top talent who are innovative and vibrant, and we strive to create progressive products and world-class events while building strong relationships in our communities. Additionally, our Alpha Digital division specializes in building custom audiences and implementing digital strategies such as web design, SEO/SEM, mobile, social media, video, OTT/CTV, and more to generate leads for businesses. We are committed to the "Live and Local" philosophy and approach clients' digital needs strategically to expand brand awareness and drive conversions.
Alpha values Integrity, a Can Do Attitude, Passion, Competitiveness, Creativity, and embraces that work can be FUN. If these qualities are important to you and you feel you check off the qualities we are looking for, apply now, and let's talk.
Alpha Media is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at 1-877-459-5750 or alpha.recruitment@alphamediausa.com and include your full name, contact information, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.
