
On-Air Personality
Cumulus Media
Buffalo, NYThis is a Part Time Job
Position Overview
CUMULUS MEDIA | Buffalo, NY is looking for a dynamic Part Time On-Air that can deliver lifestyle headlines, be focused, creative, compelling and loves to entertain. Technical proficiency, constant social media connection, live public appearances and production are all part of what we do. Our talent work in a state-of-the-art facility, take pride in our community and value teamwork.
Responsibilities include hosting shows that provide entertaining information and local, community-driven content. Daily commercial production is required.
As an influencer for Cumulus, you’ll participate in station and client events/appearances, connecting with the community and building relationships with consumers and clients. Candidates must have creativity, and passion for entertainment, digital and social media.
Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
• Produce compelling entertainment through creativity, imagination and good judgment in writing, producing, and interviewing
• Engaging with callers, interviewing artists/guests and hosting live events
• Connect with listeners via phone, texting, social media, video, and web
• Participate in station programming, promotions, and sales meetings
• Available to assist in production and imaging of the station
• Handle emergency news/weather in show; on call for weather disasters/breaking news
Qualifications:
• On-Air experience with successful ratings history preferred
• Strong production skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking
• Strong knowledge of 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 creativity and imagination on air and on-line
• Thrives in a team environment
• Demo of show, interviews, commentary, social media and any video work should be added to online profile/application
Salary/Benefits
$20.00 /hour USD
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time off
• Parental leave time off
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Employee referral bonus program
Perks
• Focused, responsible, and collaborative work environment
• Ability to ask, 'what if' and try innovative solutions
Additional Information
Cumulus Media is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a quarter billion people every month, engaging listeners with high-quality local programming through 377 owned-and-operated radio stations across 84 markets. The company provides nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, US Soccer, and AP News, reaching over 7,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, a leading national audio network. Additionally, Cumulus Media inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, an influential platform for original podcasts that are smart, entertaining, and thought-provoking. The company offers advertisers personal connections, local impact, and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. In the Buffalo/Niagara Falls area, Cumulus Media features four stations: 97Rock WGRF-FM Classic Rock, 103.3 The Edge WEDG-FM, Classic Hits 104.1 WHTT-FM, and ESPN 98.9 & 1120 WBBF-AM.