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KSTP-FM Afternoon Drive On-Air

Hubbard Broadcasting

Minneapolis, MNFull-time$75–125K/yrPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$75–125K/yr
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Job overview

Hubbard Broadcasting is hiring a KSTP-FM Afternoon Drive On-Air. This position prepares and performs a compelling, topical and relevant afternoon drive show on weekdays for KS95 Minneapolis, delivering engaging content to the Greater Minneapolis‑Saint Paul audience while adhering to company policies and standards.

Key focus areas include Prepare and deliver an engaging afternoon drive show, Operate control room console and studio equipment, and Record edit and playback listener telephone calls.

Successful candidates bring Previous On-Air Experience In Hot AC, CHR, Country Or Similar Format, Track Record Of Nielsen Success, and Degree In Communication, Journalism, Related Field Or Equivalent Experience. Important skills include Good Conversationalist, Well-Read, Articulate, Enunciate Clearly, Interpret And Read Copy Fluently, and Read, Hear And Speak Clearly. Preferred (not required): Knowledgeable In Current Affairs, Follow Oral And Written Direction, Operate Control Room Console, and Operate Studio Equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Good ConversationalistWell-ReadKnowledgeable in Current AffairsArticulateEnunciate ClearlyInterpret and Read Copy FluentlyRead, Hear and Speak ClearlyFollow Oral and Written DirectionThink SpontaneouslyAd Lib While on AirOperate Control Room ConsoleOperate Studio EquipmentCoachableProfessional AppearanceProfessional DemeanorWork in Compliance With Company Policies and ProceduresFunction in a Team EnvironmentMulti-TaskManual DexterityFine Motor SkillsArticulate in Current AffairsInterpret Copy FluentlyRead Copy FluentlyArticulate Information ClearlyArticulate Information ConciselyRead ClearlyHear ClearlySpeak ClearlyFollow Oral DirectionFollow Written DirectionAd Lib on AirAd Lib at AppearancesOperate Mechanical Functions for on-Air PerformanceRecording Listener Telephone CallsEditing Listener Telephone CallsPlayback Listener Telephone CallsPreparation of Recorded BitsOperation of Control Room ConsoleOperation of Studio EquipmentBe CoachedBe Directed by Program DirectorProject Professional AppearanceProject Professional DemeanorWork in Compliance With Company PoliciesCommunicate Verbally in EnglishCommunicate in Writing in EnglishManipulate Computer KeysManipulate Board ControlsManipulate General Office Equipment

Qualifications

Pre-Employment Driving Record Background CheckPrevious on-Air Experience in Hot AC, CHR, Country or Similar FormatTrack Record of Nielsen SuccessDegree in Communication, Journalism, Related Field or Equivalent ExperienceAbility to Operate All Mechanical Functions of Preparing and Delivering an on-Air PerformanceAbility to Record, Edit and Playback Listener Telephone CallsAbility to Prepare Recorded "Bits" and Other Show ElementsAbility to Work Established Schedule and Other Hours as NeededAbility to Travel to and Attend Station Promotional AppearancesAbility to Attend Sales AppearancesCommunicate in English Verbally and in WritingAbility to Manipulate Computer Keys and Board Controls

Full job description

#26-1228

Business Unit

KSTP-FM

Employee Classification

Full Time Regular

About Us

Hubbard Radio-Twin Cities is a full-service media company with legendary radio stations and cutting-edge digital solutions. We serve the Greater Minneapolis-Saint Paul community and offer a menu of marketing services including radio, full-service digital, influencer marketing, creative services, custom content, podcasts and events. At Hubbard, we're looking for the best people in local media to help build dominant brands that connect consumers and advertisers to build better businesses and communities. We succeed by always doing the right thing with focus, urgency, and passion.

Job Overview

This position prepares and performs a compelling, topical and relevant afternoon drive show weekdays on KS95 Minneapolis.

Job Responsibilities

  • Previous on-air experience in Hot AC, CHR, Country or similar format preferred with a track record of Nielsen success. Degree in Communication, Journalism, related field or equivalent experience preferred.

  • Good conversationalist, well-read, knowledgeable and articulate in dealing with current affairs; Ability to enunciate clearly and interpret and read copy fluently. Articulate information in clear, concise manner to others. Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction. Ability to think spontaneously and ad lib while on air and at appearances in a coherent manner in situations that can change quickly.

  • Ability to operate all mechanical functions of preparing and delivering an on-air performance, including the recording, editing and playback of listener telephone calls; the preparation of recorded "bits" and other show elements; the operation of the control room console and studio equipment.

  • Ability and willingness to be coached and directed by Program Director

  • Project a professional appearance and demeanor.

  • Ability to work in compliance with company policies and procedures.

  • Ability to function in a team environment.

  • Ability to work established schedule and other hours as needed.

  • Travel to and attend station promotional appearances including sales appearances.

  • Physical Requirements Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability to multi-task with a variety of duties while producing the show. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and board controls as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.) for extended periods of time. Wear headsets and be confined to a specific space while work. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications

  • Previous on-air experience in Hot AC, CHR, Country or similar format preferred with a track record of Nielsen success. Degree in Communication, Journalism, related field or equivalent experience preferred.

  • Good conversationalist, well-read, knowledgeable and articulate in dealing with current affairs; Ability to enunciate clearly and interpret and read copy fluently. Articulate information in clear, concise manner to others. Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction. Ability to think spontaneously and ad lib while on air and at appearances in a coherent manner in situations that can change quickly.

  • Ability to operate all mechanical functions of preparing and delivering an on-air performance, including the recording, editing and playback of listener telephone calls; the preparation of recorded "bits" and other show elements; the operation of the control room console and studio equipment.

  • Ability and willingness to be coached and directed by Program Director

  • Project a professional appearance and demeanor.

  • Ability to work in compliance with company policies and procedures.

  • Ability to function in a team environment.

  • Ability to work established schedule and other hours as needed.

  • Travel to and attend station promotional appearances including sales appearances.

  • Physical Requirements Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability to multi-task with a variety of duties while producing the show. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and board controls as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.) for extended periods of time. Wear headsets and be confined to a specific space while work. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Additional Information

This position is subject to pre-employment driving record background check. A conviction, violation pending adjudication, or adverse driving record more than 3 years old or does not meet the major violation definition per company policy will not, on its own, disqualify an applicant. The company will use background check information in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations. The annual base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $125,000. For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

Req Affirmative Action Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Req Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

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