What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talk Show Host position at Radio One?
Job Position : Talk Show Host
Department : Programming
Reports to : Program Director
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Status : Part-time
Work Location : Indianapolis, IN
OVERVIEW :
The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty years, 13 markets, and 70 stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media / Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple - to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees' biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Writes script, contests and interview questions
- Collaborate with producers and co-hosts to develop and execute well-structured, dynamic show rundowns
- Operate professional radio broadcasting equipment, including digital control boards, microphones, phone systems, and remote broadcast technology (Comrex, VoxPro, WideOrbit, NexGen, or similar).
- Prepares and creates a topical show by gathering information from wire copy, periodicals, computer and television
- Adhere to all FCC regulations and company policies regarding content, advertising disclosures, and ethical broadcasting standards.
- Reads news flash to keep audience informed of relevant news
- Record interviews of relevant guests and edits interviews
- Interviews guest, and moderates panel or discussion show to entertain audience
- Answers phone lines and interviews members of listening audience who telephone musical requests. Airs contests according to the specifications of the program director
- Able to blog about artist and topics from your show
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES :
communicate around multiple creative projects in a time-sensitive manner
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school. Must have at least 2 years on-air experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience is desirable.
description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. The company reserves to modify duties and this job description without advance notice. This position is at-will unless otherwise issued a fully executed agreement. We are Equal Opportunity Employer, are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, and that your team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. 2025
