On Air Personality

Audacy, Inc.•Pittsburgh, PA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Audacy Pittsburgh is looking for another great host on the legendary KDKA-AM/FM. As the voice of Pittsburgh for over 102 years, 100.1 FM and AM 1020, KDKA is in need of a part-time talk show host. You should be a great storyteller with an engaging personality, someone possessing unique, dynamic thoughts & opinions about local news and current events who possesses great range as an interviewer, and the ability to be a Good Neighbor for/in the community. Can you be curious, entertaining, AND informative? News and information have long been part of the tradition on this legacy platform, but we also want a strong digital presence to help appeal to the next generation of listeners.

Requirements

Be a great teammate (work well collaborating with others).
Must be an excellent communicator with strong creative skills.
Knowledge of the format and audience.
Understanding of FCC guidelines.
Connections and familiarity with Western Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh and the station.
Excellent On-air voice with demonstrated track record required.
Connections and familiarity with Western Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh and the station.
Employees of Audacy are required to be a minimum of 21 years of age to operate any vehicle, including Company-owned, leased, rented, or personal vehicles, when such operation is conducted on behalf of Audacy. Driving is an essential function of this role.
A valid driver’s license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant’s own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.

Responsibilities

Perform live broadcasts that are entertaining and informative.
Communicate with producer, Brand Manager and News Director to ensure program goals are continually being met.
Work with the show producer on content strategies, story angles, guest ideas and engagement.
Interact with the audience on social media daily.
Maintain strong contacts and relationships with a variety of types of community leaders.
Create daily content for website and social media channels.
Prepare and research for broadcasts.
Protect the station’s FCC license.
Ensure that contests and promotional announcements are executed properly.
Cross-promotion of other station shows both on air and via social media.
Occasionally make personal appearances at station events and remote broadcasts.
Other duties as required by management.