Morning Talk Show Host – News | Talk | Sports – WAAV Position Available In New Hanover, North Carolina

Morning Talk Show Host – News | Talk | Sports –

WAAV Job Employer Name:

SpiderID:

13800555

Location:

Wilmington, North Carolina

Date Posted:

7/27/2024

Wage:

Negotiable

Category:

Newspaper/Magazine

Job Code:

4434/4800

Job Description:

Cumulus Media Wilmington, NC is searching for a dynamic Conservative Morning Talk Show Host for heritage News/Talk/Sports 107.9 & 980 WAAV. Can you deliver a relevant and compelling radio show and establish a personal and emotional connection with our target audience? Are you focused, responsible, collaborative and empowered? If you answered yes, we should talk. We are looking for someone who is compelled to deliver a great radio show every day! Candidates must have a proven track record of success. Your digital and social media skills must be as engaging as your on-air presentation and execution. The best candidates will be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and react in a calm and decisive way when dealing with challenging situations. Excellent writing and production skills are essential. People skills and the ability to work closely with all departments and a talented sales team are critical. Responsibilities include hosting a Town Hall style shows that generate significant listenership by being entertaining, informative, community oriented and forwarding the brand. Must have a deep understanding of how to go beyond the latest news, headlines, and events to craft an entertaining and unique product. The candidate should be able to plan, promote and produce a quality show, through creative ideas, segments, booking local and celebrity interviews and production elements. Daily commercial production is required. As an ambassador for Cumulus, participation in station and client events/remotes, connecting with the community and our listeners, building a relationship with clients through the sales team and networking within the market are paramount. Candidates must have unparalleled passion, worth ethic and drive. Who we are Our people work in a great facility, take pride in our community and value teamwork. Our local Wilmington stations include News/Talk/Sports 107.9 & 980 AM WAAV The Wave, Today’s Hits & Yesterday’s Favorites WGNI 102.7, Cape Fears Country Leader WWQQ 101.3, Coast 97.3 WMNX and

WKXS 94.5

The Hawk.

Qualifications / Requirements

Minimum 2 year previous Talk Show on-air experience News/Talk format experience Strong organizational and computer skills Ability to multi-task Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good at problem solving and prioritizing Able to take direction and flawlessly execute game plan Digital video and graphic design skills desirable Key Responsibilities & Duties Knowledge, understanding and compliance with all FCC Rules and Regulations Follow our established Cumulus Media Programming Principles and Guidelines Provide elite customer service to all of our customers; listeners, advertisers and co-workers Responsible for assisting with commercial production Live Broadcasts and station appearances, whether paid or unpaid If you have the passion, commitment and energy to put in the long hours necessary to build upon the legacy of our Cumulus brands, please apply and provide links to audio samples of your work or email your audio airchecks Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Focused, Responsible, Collaborative and Empowered A commitment to show prep Deep knowledge & awareness of local/regional/national events and how they relate to our audience Ability to work under pressure while meeting tight deadlines Strong production skills Proficient with Adobe Audition vCreative and OpX experience a huge plus Proficient with MS Word and MS Suite of sofware Strong creative, communication and coordination skills Station imaging experience is a huge plus Education and Licensing Requirements College degree in Communications or related major preferred. High School Diploma or equivalent required Must possess a valid driver’s license and must be in good standing What we offer Competitive pay Opportunities for career advancement Supportive leadership and coaching Continuous education and training Collaborative and creative environment Recognition and reward for outstanding performance Vacation & Holidays Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account with company match, 401K with company match, and Life and Disability coverage For immediate consideration, please visit https://cumulusmedia.jobs.net/ For more information about CUMULUS MEDIA, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/ CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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cumulusmedia

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cumulusmedia

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