Radio Host / Multimedia Content Creator & Brand Influencer - WHWK

About the role

This is a full-time, in-office opportunity at Townsquare Media Group’s WHWK station. You will serve as the voice, face, writer, content creator, and community influencer, hosting live on‑air shows, creating written and video content, engaging listeners online and in person, and partnering with local businesses as a trusted endorser.

Responsibilities

• Host live, engaging on‑air shows Monday through Friday
• Prepare daily show content that entertains, informs, and connects with the target audience
• Create and publish a minimum of two original local articles per day for the station website and mobile app
• Write and schedule engaging posts across social platforms including Facebook and others
• Connect with listeners through interviews, live appearances, remotes, and community events
• Represent the station at promotions, live broadcasts, and special programming initiatives
• Produce commercials and assist with market‑wide programming and content needs
• Champion the station brand “on the streets” by building authentic community relationships
• Collaborate with on‑air, digital, production, and sales teams to support integrated content initiatives
• Create and publish original video content regularly, including social‑first short‑form video (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) and longer‑form segments that grow your personal on‑screen brand
• Prospect and develop endorsement and influencer partnerships with local businesses, pitching yourself as a trusted community voice who can authentically promote products and services across on‑air, video, and social platforms
• Participate in person in high‑visibility community events, client meetings, and business functions as a station ambassador who builds relationships that translate into revenue

Requirements

• Proven, active track record creating original written digital content AND video content across social platforms (show us your pages)
• Strong on‑air presence AND on‑camera comfort, with the ability to connect authentically with listeners and viewers across every platform
• Knowledge of basic FCC rules and regulations
• Solid understanding of current events and various formats
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfort multitasking, meeting deadlines, and working in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to operate control boards, remote broadcast equipment, and related production tools
• Willingness to quickly learn and become proficient in NexGen and Adobe Audition
• Exceptional public speaking, presentation, and networking skills with the confidence to walk into a business, build a relationship, and close an endorsement deal
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to prioritize effectively
• Active video creator with a current, maintained presence on at least one short‑form video platform (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts) and demonstrated comfort on camera
• Entrepreneurial, sales‑minded instincts: you think about your personal brand as a business, proactively seek out partnership and endorsement opportunities, and are motivated by revenue tied to your influence
• Experience with or strong interest in influencer marketing, brand endorsements, or sponsored content creation, including the ability to pitch yourself compellingly to local advertisers
• High School Diploma (required)
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and vehicle (required)

Skills

On‑air hosting, video production, short‑form video creation, social media management, article writing, public speaking, networking, sales‑oriented influencer outreach, FCC compliance, multitasking, deadline‑driven workflow, operation of broadcast control boards and remote equipment, proficiency with NexGen and Adobe Audition.

Benefits

• Comp