Lifestyle Show Host
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Job Location:
Altoona, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Have you ever dreamed of hosting your own show Do you love to tour new places meet new people and try new shops and restaurants Would you like to serve as a local guide to everything that central Pennsylvania has to offer If so then this might be the job for you!
WTAJ-TV has a rare opening for a Lifestyle Talk Show this role you will host and help produce our weekly program Studio 814. You must be able to tell stories and conduct interviews with energy and warmth! Were looking for someone who is creative self-driven and cares about the communities we additional to daily broadcasts you will also play a pivotal role in providing digital content for WTAJ (our CTV channel) and social media.
WTAJs studios are in Altoona PA but our viewership extends to 10 counties and includes State College DuBois and Johnstown. This region features some of the best outdoor scenery collegiate and professional sports fantastic festivals year-round and is home to the famous Punxsutawney Phil of Groundhog Day!
The Talk Show Host is responsible for hosting a program conducting in-studio interview segments and participating in on-location segments as scheduled.
Duties Include:
- Interviewing show guests/clients both in studio and on location
- Collecting information video or photos at remote locations for post-production
- Greeting and assisting guests during show preparations
- Research show topics and developing questions for guests in coordination with Studio 814s producer
- Ability to work with all departments including News Sales and Production.
- Communicates and works with sales team to schedule and execute assignments client stories segments and sponsored content and ensures all required materials are submitted in a timely manner to meet client and station deadlines
- Participating in events either station-sponsored or others to promote the show
- Maintaining the shows social media account and assisting with all online and streaming content
Requirements & Skills:
- Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
- Superior on-air presence and ability to interview guests in a relaxed style while also bringing high energy and warmth
- Ability to record and edit video as a multimedia journalist. Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro preferred but not required.
- Minimum two years experience in creating lifestyle sales marketing or news content
- Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Valid drivers license with a good driving record
About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.
