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Mitchell Media Group

Sports Play-by- Play / On-Air Announcer

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A Radio or Television Announcer announces programs and advertisements on radio or television. Presents news or weather reports and other announcements, announces sports games or interviews guests and moderates panel discussions. May assist with technical or promotional work at a station, or contribute to program information at a station website or social media site.

$60,584 / year median in South Dakota

-2% projected decline

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Job Description

Mitchell Media Group, a subsidiary of Saga Communications, owns the top radio brands in Mitchell, South Dakota. We're known for being "Live and Local" and delivering the area's best music, news, weather, and sports coverage. KMIT is looking for a dynamic, driven, and versatile media professional to serve as our Afternoon On-Air Host and do play-by-play for the Mitchell Kernels. This is a unique, high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, community-focused environment and is well versed in radio, digital, and social platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
On-Air Content Creation Digital/Social Content Creation Host a daily on-air shift (afternoons) Represent the station at events, remotes, and in the community Assist with commercial production and promotions Lead local high school sports coverage Provide play-by-play for football and basketball Produce pre-game and post-game shows Work with local schools and coaches Work closely with sales, broadcast, and digital teams Contribute to sponsored and community-focused content initiatives Qualifications 3-5+ years of experience in broadcasting and play-by-play Strong on-air skills Social media proficiency and audience engagement skills We offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package, and the opportunity to lead and grow within a respected local media organization Mitchell, SD (population ~15,000) serves as a hub for several surrounding communities. This role offers the chance to make a real impact in a close-knit, highly engaged region. Send your resume and air-check to: Stacy Giblin-General Manager at sgiblin@mitchellmediagrp.com Saga Communications, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay:
From $39,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person