Cumulus Media | KMJ AM/FM in Fresno, Ca is looking for a dynamic On-Air Talk Host. Our people work in a state-of-the-art facility, take pride in our community and value teamwork. If you can deliver compelling talk radio while being focused, creative and able to multi-task and most of all…love radio, we should talk. Board work, remotes, endorsements, appearances and production are all a part of what we do, so show us what you’ve got.

Who We Are: Cumulus | Fresno currently features 4 stations in the Fresno area and surrounding counties. Our stations include: KMJ 580AM/105.9FM, Mega 97.9, Kiss Country and Y101.

Responsibilities include hosting KMJ talk shows that generate ratings by being entertaining, informative, community oriented and forwarding the brand. Must have a deep understanding of how to go beyond the latest news, headlines, and events to craft an entertaining and unique product. The candidate should be able to plan and produce a quality show, through creative ideas, segments, political and celebrity interviews and production elements. As an ambassador for Cumulus, participation in station and client events/remotes, connecting with the community and our listeners, building a relationship with clients through the sales team and networking within the market are paramount. Candidates must have unparalleled passion, worth ethic and drive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce a compelling radio show by using creativity, imagination and exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping or broadcasting on-air content
• Great with phones/interacting with callers, interviewing guests, and hosting live events
• Connect with listeners via phones, social, video, web and on-site
• Daily social media engagement; website and digital content generation
• Participates in station Programming, Promotions, and Sales meetings and events
• Assist in production and imaging of the station
• Live Broadcasts and station appearances
• Commercial Production; create killer endorsement ads – both on air and online – for mutually agreed upon products
• Voice other commercials as assigned
• Handles emergency news/weather in show; on call for disasters/breaking news
• Ensures logged commercials, promotions and any other programming element essential to the station's operations are aired

To upload your air-check, please paste the audio file into a Word document and save with name format Lastname.Audio and upload as part of your application by selecting “Include a cover letter”. Instructions are also provided on the application form.

Qualifications:

• 3 + years of Full-Time On-Air experience with successful ratings history required
• Punctuality is a must
• Strong production skills and knowledge of Op X and Adobe Audition
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social media
• Strong knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations
• Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune daily with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions
• Demonstrated upbeat personality, informative, entertaining and engaging on the air; able to relate to station audience
• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation
• Excellent verbal and written communication and editing skills; proficient in grammar; ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air
• Demonstrated creativity and imagination
• Can work well in a team environment; collaborative
• Audio demo of on-air interviews, commentary, announcements, etc. must be added to online profile/application
• All new hires must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by date of hire, subject to legally-mandated accommodations

What we offer:

• Competitive starting salary range: $40,000-$50,000, depending on experience
• The total compensation package also includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses
• Professional growth and career path
• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
• 401K with company match to plan for the long-term
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
• Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program

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CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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