Radio On-Air Host/Staff Announcer

South Texas Public Broadcasting System, Inc.

KEDT- FM / TV Corpus Christi, Texas

Position / Title : Radio On-Air Host / Staff Announcer

Full Time EEO / AA

Job Summary : Radio Announcer / Host on shows such as Morning Edition, Local Classical Music, All Things Considered and weekend programing as scheduled by the Program Director.

KEDT’s format is a mix of NPR and local news, classical music and various Public Radio programs. The station has a strong focus on community engagement, local news and information

Responsibilities :

• Serve as assigned by Program Director as primary host of Morning Edition, All Things Considered / Classical Music or other On-Air radio shifts.
• Prepares local newscasts / assists with preparation of KEDT Midday Report / News series
• Fills in as substitute host on other programs, as needed. Agrees to be ON-CALL during overnight and weekend hours, when required.
• Assists with other radio station operations, such as setting the Automation, Poduction, On-Air Promos and Station Breaks.
• Assists in preparation and execution of On-Air Membership campaigns and other fundraising functions.
• Represents KEDT-FM and KEDT-TV at station involved community events.
• Assists Program Director in archiving and scheduling of programs.
• Research and development of newscasts and reports
• Assists in writing scripts for promos, and Underwriting announcements.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Program Director
• Work as required by General Manager to provide critical news and information before, during and following disasters and emergencies.

Qualifications :

• Minimum 1 year on-air broadcast experience, board operations and radio production.
• Minimum of a College Associates Degree
• Formal journalism training and experience preferred
• Working knowledge of foreign languages and pronunciations helpful, especially Spanish,
• Excellent communications and writing skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to complete a variety of tasks on-time
• Strong people skills and ability to interact with the public, volunteers and staff.
• Flexible to work different schedules as required and arrive on time.
• Working knowledge of computers and computer software.
• Working knowledge of Public Radio Programs, practices and procedures is a plus.
• Working knowledge of FCC requirements and regulations regarding Public Radio
• On-air fundraising experience and Knowledge of Classical Music is a plus.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening
30+ days ago