Job Description

Radio Host/ Digital Content Writer - KEZJ

Townsquare Media Twin Falls has an open and rare opportunity to co-host the #1 morning show on our country brand, 95-7 KEZJ.  Along with great skills as a host and local content creator, we’re looking for a fun and engaging talent who isn’t afraid of oversharing, and who desires to propel the brand to new heights.

Townsquare is a digital-first company, built in tandem with great radio brands that emphasize great local content and community involvement. You must be excited to embrace and prioritize the digital world alongside the terrestrial, and be ready to learn and grow with a world-class team.

Applicants must be social media savvy, regularly contribute great local content to the station’s website, mobile app, and all social platforms. Digital is not an afterthought here, it is part of our DNA - and what sets us apart.

The successful candidate must be able to connect and engage with the station’s target audience on all platforms. You’re ready to put down roots, build community relationships and become a part of beautiful Twin Falls, Idaho - at a driven and inventive company that strongly values our most important asset - our people. We’re in it for the long haul, and we’re looking for great talent who are ready to build and be part of that future.

If this is you, please include a Dropbox link with audio files to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Host daily on-air show Monday - Friday.  
• Spend time each day doing daily show prep. 
• Entertains and informs the listener audience both on the air, via digital content, and social media outlets. 
• Publish a minimum of 2 original local articles per day on the station website and mobile app. 
• Write assigned Facebook posts along with other social media platforms. 
• Conducts on-air interviews, attends and assists in all market cluster live events, and produces commercials on a daily basis. 
• Conducts Live Remotes and appearances and assist in special promotions and programming activities. 

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations
• Computer literacy in applicable programs and excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact with management and staff at all levels and to multi-task and handle pressures and deadlines
• Public speaking skill and ability to interact with listeners and clients in a public setting
• Problem-solving ability and skill in prioritizing
• Skill in operation of control board, remote broadcasting, and other related production equipment    
• High School Diploma
• Must possess valid state driver’s license
• May require lifting or moving up to 25 lbs.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time

Benefits

• 3 weeks of PTO (+ 9 paid holidays)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Casual, high-energy work environment
• Opportunity for upward mobility
• Company provided laptop
• Competitive salary + bonus program
• Company discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Time off for volunteering
• And much more…

About Us

Townsquare is a community-focused digital media, digital marketing solutions and radio company focused outside the Top 50 markets in the U.S. Our assets include Townsquare Interactive, a digital marketing services subscription business providing web sites, search engine optimization, social platforms and online reputation management for approximately 21,900 SMBs; Townsquare IGNITE, a proprietary digital programmatic advertising technology with an in-house demand and data management platform; and Townsquare Media, our portfolio of 322 local terrestrial radio stations in 67 cities with corresponding local news and entertainment websites and apps including legendary brands such as WYRK.com, WJON.com, and NJ101.5.com, along with a network of national music brands including XXLmag.com, TasteofCountry.com, UltimateClassicRock.comand Loudwire.com.

TOWNSQUARE MEDIA BROADCASTING, LLC MAINTAINS A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE AND IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. APPLICANTS MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE U.S.

Townsquare Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Townsquare Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Townsquare Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Townsquare Media’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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