Morning Edition Host and Producer

Morning Edition Host and Producer 

The Morning Edition Host and Producer will serve as the reliable and authoritative voice for the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions of New York State, providing clear, trustworthy news to start the day. Responsibilities include hosting, writing, editing and voicing audio for broadcast and digital presentation through WSKG’s variety of platforms and on digital platforms.

The Morning Edition Host and Producer will be the primary local voice heard daily on-air. They will be a self-starter who works independently to ensure there is seamless transition from automated, live, breaking news scenarios during the morning, ensuring the delivery of programming as well as sponsor, partner, and public service messages. This position requires a combination of strong journalistic ethics, exceptional communication skills, and a talent for building relationships with both the audience and the local arts community.

In addition to broadcasting, this role is responsible for producing and hosting locally focused interviews with topics including, but not limited to, arts and culture, politics, and business, highlighting the voices of our community. The Morning Edition Host & Producer is part of a team committed to continuous improvement in our broadcast and digital presence which continues to evolve to meet audiences’ needs.

• Daily on-air host for WSKG’s presentation of Morning Edition to provide an engaging, conversational and professional presence.
• Write, edit, and produce local newscasts, ensuring accuracy and journalistic integrity.
• Runs own board during the broadcast.
• Monitors broadcast operations and troubleshoots when programming is interrupted.
• Handle daily spot and long-form story assignments of regional interests. 
• Maintain editorial standards to ensure high journalistic standards of accuracy, thoroughness, fairness and balance are met through each of WSKG’s platforms. 
• Voice track weather and continuity breaks in the automation system. 
• Engage with listeners through live and recorded segments that are informative and relevant. 
• Monitor breaking news and adapt coverage as needed.
• Engage with listeners through social media, station events, and community outreach.
• Represent the station at local events, strengthening the station’s presence in the community.
• Respond to listener feedback and inquiries with professionalism and openness.
• Participate in on-air fundraising campaigns. 
• Other duties as assigned.

This is a union position.

Required Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of directly related experience. 
• A minimum of 2 years of direct radio experience. 
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 
• Preferred: Experience with automation systems, experience with Protrack and WideOrbit

Required skills and abilities: 

• Must be able to respond when designated to be on call for the radio station
• Knowledge of radio organizational structures, workflows, systems, and ops procedures
• Familiarity with F.C.C. rules and regulations
• Familiarity with broadcasting equipment and systems
• Strong computer and information system skills
• Demonstrated organizational and planning skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects
• Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Must be able to maintain self-motivation, goal orientation, and creativity in a 24/7 radio station environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard
• Stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach
• Climb up or down stairs
• Able to reach above or below shoulders
• Sitting at a desk or in a vehicle for long periods of time to perform specific job functions
• Regular interaction with co-workers and the community is required
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Be able to read, write, and interpret written document
• Occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 25 lbs
• Regular, predictable attendance is required as business demands dictate

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic)
• Ability to work in a confined area
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000 - $55,000 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

To submit your application please email Cover Letter, Resume, Air Check and Portfolio (writing samples, digital posts samples and examples of story pitches) by May 9, 2025 to jobs@WSKG.org.