On-Air Morning Show Host

About the role

Wake up Central Wisconsin. Make someone’s day a little brighter. Great radio is about more than playing the right songs. It’s about becoming part of someone’s routine, making them laugh on the way to work, and giving listeners a reason to keep coming back. 101.9 WDEZ, Central Wisconsin’s top-rated morning show, is looking for its next full-time on-air personality to keep the momentum going. At Midwest Communications, we believe in real, live, local radio. We want personalities who know how to connect with an audience, create compelling content, and bring a brand to life both on and off the air. We work hard, have fun, and love winning as a team.

Responsibilities

• Co-host WDEZ’s #1 Morning Show, live Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
• Bring the energy, personality, preparation, and creativity that keeps listeners coming back for more.
• Extend the show’s personality across social media, digital platforms, and video content.
• Give listeners more ways to connect with the people and the stations they love.
• Represent WDEZ at station events, live broadcasts, and community appearances.
• Build genuine relationships with listeners.
• Work with local sponsors through endorsement opportunities and relationship-building that connect businesses with the audiences they want to reach.
• Bring fresh ideas, collaborate with your team, and look for new ways to make WDEZ even more engaging, memorable and keep the brand growing.

Requirements

• Three or more years of experience in on-air broadcasting preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a motor vehicle check.
• Satisfactory background check.

Qualifications

• Natural communicator – able to tell a story, entertain an audience, and make people feel like they’re part of the conversation.
• Must bring the energy at 6:00 AM.
• Genuine appreciation for Country music, Midwest culture, and the communities served.

Skills

• Audio/video presence and an established presence as a social media influencer.
• Drive to create great radio content, grow an audience, strengthen the brand.
• Enjoy collaborating, sharing ideas, and working with others to make the show better.

Pay

Pay ranging from $35,000‑$40,000 based on experience.

Benefits

• Paid time off/holidays
• Health/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Opportunities to grow within Midwest Communications, Inc.

Schedule

Live Monday through