KSTP-AM in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Podcast Host.
Qualifications
- Previous 2 yrs experience as podcast host, or on-air talent.
- Willing to work as part of a team to reach collective goals.
- Ability to create listener motivation and loyalty within the stated demographic.
- Willingness to learn new tools and how they can help content, distribution or sales.
- Good conversationalist, well-read, knowledgeable dealing with current affairs in sports, lifestyle, and current events.
- Ability and willingness to be coached by Operations Manager and Brand Content Director
- Understanding of social media for promotions including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
- Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
- Ability to think spontaneously and ad lib while podcasting and at appearances in a coherent manner in situations that can change quickly.
- Ability to write and create commercial production, voiceovers and imaging as needed.
- Willing to work in the office or on location.
Job Overview
The position is responsible for podcast creation, producing, hosting, and managing of all aspects of production. Additionally responsible for creating processes that drive continuous podcasting growth.
Job Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare and deliver live and recorded program content for podcast in an entertaining and professional manner in a style consistent with podcast brand as acquired.
- Work closely with producers to prepare and create the best show possible. Connect with listeners/viewers and, or subscribers.
- Instrumental in booking and interviewing guests and other famous or public personalities as well as moderating panels or discussion shows.
- Preparation of social media activities on behalf of the podcast and show; contribute to video content for online distribution and various digital media platforms.
- Ensures that contests and promotions are conducted in compliance with FCC regulations, as well as federal and state laws.
- Work with staff (podcast producers, social media and other teammates) to make sure best content reaches as many people as possible.
- Work with Sales Staff to attract sponsors, deliver value to clients, and be available for other details when necessary.
- Promote the Company and clients of the Company by planning and attending in-person appearances such as community events, including hosting and assisting at charity functions and remote broadcasts.
- Maintain positive relationships with national & local community.
- Perform some technical functions, including but not limited to remote recording equipment.
- Work with other departments Production, Traffic, Business -- when applicable.
- Build working relationships customers, vendors and the general public.
- Act in a professional manner when representing each station.
- Attends and participates in meetings as required.
- Reports to work on time and works established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned or required.
- Makes public appearances.
- Complete other duties as requested and needed.
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KSTP-AM is an equal opportunity employer.
