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Part-time Network Announcer in Denver, CO at Cumulus Media

Date Posted: 5/13/2022

Job Snapshot

Job Description

CUMULUS MEDIA | Westwood One, Denver is looking for a dynamic Part-time Network Announcer.  Shifts can vary each weekend and are all voice tracked in advance.  If you can deliver lifestyle headlines, be focused, creative and multi-task and most of all…love radio, we should talk.  Board work and production are all a part of what we do, so show us what you’ve got.

Who We Are:

Westwood One is a national radio network serving hundreds of affiliate radio stations and millions of listeners in all 50 states. We program over a dozen 24-hour radio formats with shows originating from numerous locations, primarily Denver and Dallas.

Responsibilities for the Part-time Network Announcer include hosting shows that generate ratings by being entertaining and informative.  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 and produce a quality show, through creative ideas, segments, celebrity interviews and production elements.  Daily commercial production is required. Candidates must have unparalleled passion, worth ethic and drive. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Produce a compelling radio show by using creativity, imagination and exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping or broadcasting on-air content
  • Read live commercial copy on air
  • Commercial Production (PDQ) voice and produce ads for clients (full time announcers only)
  • Plays music as specified by music director and music log

 

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  • 2 + years of On-Air experience with successful ratings history required
  • Knowledge of current and classic country artist and music preferred
  • Must have experience with on-air automation systems, Adobe Audition and basic computer software programs
  • Network radio and OpX on-air automation system experience preferred
  • Must have suitable wifi connection and speed as announcer will be producing shows from home on provided company equipment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking
  • Strong knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations
  • Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune daily with national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions
  • Demonstrated upbeat personality, informative, entertaining and engaging on the air; able to relate to audience
  • Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and editing skills; proficient in grammar; ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air
  • Demonstrated creativity and imagination
  • Can work well in a team environment; collaborative
  • Audio demo of on-air interviews, commentary, announcements, etc. must be added to online profile/application
  • All new hires must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by date of hire, subject to legally mandated accommodations

What we offer:

  • Competitive pay
  • Professional growth and career path
  • Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions

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).