Denver Sports On-Air Host

Description

Our company is committed to being trusted voices of light and truth reaching hundreds of millions of people worldwide.

Who We Are

At Bonneville International, our purpose is to build up, connect, inform, and celebrate communities and families in the markets we serve. As an integrated media company, we provide content, advertising, and digital marketing solutions across 23 radio stations in Denver, Phoenix, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, and Seattle, along with the NBC Affiliate TV station, KSL-TV 5, in Salt Lake. We are responsible for lifting and inspiring with respect and giving voice to all the communities and clients we serve.

We believe that empowering our employees to share their ideas and experiences will fuel creativity, innovation, and inspiration. A diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to our ability to create and deliver exceptional content, products, and services that represent our communities. We’re proud of our history and we want talented people to join us as we continue to grow!

To learn more about Bonneville and how our local media matters, visit: https://bonneville.com/

Position Overview

Contribute to the team as a program host for both legacy and digital audio and video distribution.  In collaboration with show unit (co-host, producers, contributors) hosts must deliver remarkable stories in an interesting and entertaining style that attracts the targeted audience, building radio ratings and online users.   Hosts will be charged with creating exclusive content and contributing to Denver Sports digital platforms including, but not limited to blogs, podcasts and/or videos, online listener chats, and use of various other social media platforms, in addition to potential emerging digital technologies.  Host must perform all responsibilities in a professional manner consistent with Bonneville Denver formats, policies, procedures, FCC rules and regulations and the Company’s Core Values and Mission.

Note: Work configurations are subject to change based on business needs and at company discretion.

• This position is an onsite role that requires the employee to regularly work at our Denver site.

What You Will Do:

Primary job duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Deliver an informative, entertaining and engaging on-air presentation that connects with the target audience
• Participate in promotional appearances and maintain a strong listenership. Contributing to the Company’s digital initiatives (blogs, podcasts, online listener chats, videos, etc.), accomplishing goals; being an asset to the team and reviewing performance with management on a regular basis.
• Enhance team performance by always behaving in a professional manner; constantly looking for methods of improvement; attending staff meetings; contributing ideas.
• Meet clients’ needs by being available when needed; building a positive rapport; exhibiting a positive attitude; being knowledgeable about the Station, Bonneville International Corporation; understanding and upholding Company values and mission statement.
• Work in compliance with Company policies and procedures; work effectively in a team environment; maintain a positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management, and clients; consistently work hours required (working more  when required to meet deadlines including weekends, holidays, evenings, odd hours, etc.); project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor; continued personal and professional growth, takes direction and coaching from those assigned by management; perform other duties as assigned.
• Plans, prepares, produces and delivers content in an entertaining and professional manner in a style consistent with standards of performance as established by the Program Director.
• Understand and adhere to policies and FCC Rules and Regulations which pertain to announcers, particularly, but not limited to Sections 315, 317 and 508.
• Maintains confidentiality of company information and trade secrets.

Skills and Experience We Are Looking For:

• 3-5 years experience hosting a sports talk show with proven ratings performance
• Ability to build audience by connecting on a personal level with listeners/users and generating loyalty.
• Working knowledge of sports with the ability to create and deliver an entertainment and sports information program.
• Adept with guest interviews, callers, and in public hosting live events.
• Passion for Denver sports teams and sports news
• Keep up-to-date and in-tune with local and national topics and trends.
• Ability to work in a fast and concise manner under pressure.  Demonstrated ability to present live and ad-lib unscripted content with continuity, meaning and clarity.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality by not discussing internal matters, company strategies, client’s proprietary information, personnel matters, wage and salary information or any sensitive information with clients, competitors, listeners, the media or inappropriately with co-workers, and by not distributing our proprietary research or other information to our competitors.
• Ability to consistently work hours required.  Works more when required to meet deadlines including weekends, evenings, etc.

Physical Demands

• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment. Ability to work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

Compensation

 $50,000 to $90,000

Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to evaluation of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant along with internal equity and alignment with market data.

What We Offer You: Check Out Our Bonneville Benefits!

Employees at Bonneville can enjoy a broad offering of benefits, including:

• Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment
• 401(k) with Company match and employer-funded retirement account, both fully vested from day one
• Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity (8 weeks) and Parental Leave (8 weeks) benefits
• Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off for vacation (120 hours accrued per year) and sick leave (80 hours accrued per year) in addition to 12 paid company holidays per year
• Paid time off for volunteering (40 hours per year)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• Access to an entire team of free financial planners
• Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service
• Continuous growth and development opportunities
• Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration

Bonneville is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://deseretmanagement.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/BonDenver/job/Denver/Denver-Sports-On-Air-Host_R5705