Company Overview
Cumulus Media | Dallas currently features 5 stations in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metro area: KTCK 1310 The Ticket, KPLX 99.5 The Wolf, KSCS 96.3 New Country, WBAP 820 AM News/Talk and 93.3 FM, and also KLIF-AM 570 News and Information. At Cumulus Dallas we strive to hire passionate, driven, resourceful, problem solvers who have the ability to drive the evolving, diverse culture of the Power of Radio to success.
Position Overview
CUMULUS MEDIA | Dallas has an immediate opening for a WBAP-AM/FM Morning News Anchor/Reporter/Producer. The ideal candidate understands story selection, the power of audio and sound, and the ability to grab the listener with compelling, fast-paced storytelling. Now, we just need you to help us win. Social media skills (Facebook), (X), Instagram, etc. are a must. You must also be willing to hit the street and report when needed. We prefer the ideal candidate has three to five years of experience in broadcast news, and possesses an extremely excellent work ethic, displays a positive attitude, is a self-starter, and can immediately contribute to our award-winning news department.
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 stories through creativity, imagination and good judgment in writing, producing, and interviewing
- Write news stories for the station websites
- Post new stories on social media
- Record weekly public affairs show to run on all cluster stations
- Available to assist in production and imaging of the station
- Handle emergency news/weather in show; on call for weather disasters/breaking news
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of 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
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
- 401K with company match
- Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
- Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program
For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs
For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/
EEO Statement
CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
