PT On-Air Talent Gardening Expert

iHeartMedia • Cincinnati, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A successful on‑air Gardening Expert must bring a blend of horticultural knowledge, communication skill, and warm personality to create an engaging and informative radio experience. This role requires deep expertise in gardening practices, including plant care, soil health, pest management, seasonal planning, and sustainable techniques. The expert should be able to translate complex concepts into clear, accessible explanations that resonate with listeners of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned gardeners. Because radio relies entirely on voice and storytelling, the host must demonstrate strong verbal communication skills, a friendly tone, and the ability to paint vivid pictures through descriptive language. A natural curiosity and enthusiasm for the outdoors helps create a sense of connection and inspires listeners to try new things in their own gardens. The Gardening Expert should also be comfortable handling live listener interaction, including call‑ins, questions, and troubleshooting on the spot. This requires patience, adaptability, and the ability to offer practical, safe, and encouraging advice without seeing the garden in question. Strong organizational skills are essential for planning weekly topics, interviews, seasonal segments, and timely tips. Finally, the ideal host brings a sense of personality—someone who can weave in stories, humor, and relatable experiences to make gardening feel approachable and enjoyable. With the right mix of expertise, warmth, and communication talent, the Gardening Expert becomes a trusted voice that helps listeners grow healthier plants and deeper connections with the natural world.

Requirements

• Expert in Gardening, Landscaping and Lawns
• Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions
• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice
• Well-rounded communication skills for conducting interviews
• Ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Proficient in media production and broadcast systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and social networking
• 1-2 years’ experience as an announcer in smaller market or college station environment
• 4-year college degree, preferably in Communications or Broadcast Journalism

Responsibilities

• Deliver newscasts; announces radio playlist of musical selections; gives weather and traffic conditions; delivers sport scores, statistics and upcoming game information.
• Comment on music and other matters of interest to audience (e.g. time, weather, traffic conditions) and may interview musical personalities and members of listening audience.
• Typically specializes in one type of music (e.g. classical, pop, rock, country and western, etc.).
• Write, review and/or edit news copy, introductions, public service announcements, commercials, pre-recorded reports, contests, etc.
• Participate in promotional events.
• May be responsible for operating control board for studios and remote programming.
• May directly sell advertising space to advertisers.
• Regulate program timing, operates syndicated programming, and plays commercials.
• Monitor the technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from master control room.
• Protect station’s license by censoring live programs and deleting words/phrases not permitted on air.
• Process time-out programming for accurate play back.
• Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notifies Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting quality of the broadcast.
• Handle emergency inserts (e.g. news updates and breaking stories, emergencies, alert system tests, etc.).

Benefits

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement)
• A 401K plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees