Dallas Mavericks Pregame/Postgame Host Dallas TX

iHeart

About this job

What You’ll Do:

  • Perform game-day broadcasts for the Dallas Mavericks.
  • Guest on weekday shows for Dallas Mavericks segments
  • Adhere to all guidelines, policies, and procedures of the station, iHeartMedia, the FCC, and all other federal, state, and local laws, including policies and procedures regarding indecency and obscenity.
  • Prepare for an air shift using creativity, imagination, and exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping or broadcasting on-air material.
  • Participate in required station Programming, Promotions, and Sales staff meetings and events.
  • Makes regular approved appearances at paid and non-paid station events; serves as an ambassador for the radio station(s) when out in public.
  • Execute only the interviews and events on air that are approved by Program Director; follow the designated show format.
  • Assist with voice-over and production of paid and non-paid spots required to run on the station.
  • Serve as a primary creative voice and direct support staff of the show.
  • Research and gain knowledge of the subject matter that facilitates speaking extemporaneously and providing immediate non-scripted analysis and commentary.
  • Finalize content using digital audio editing software.
  • Prepare written content, visual images, audio material, and video footage for websites, blogs, or other social media platforms.
  • Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notifies Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting the quality of the broadcast.
  • Handle emergency inserts (e.g. news updates and breaking stories, emergencies, alert system tests, etc.); is on call for possible disasters, breaking news, or acts of nature.             

What You’ll Need:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking
  • Proficient in media production and broadcast systems; familiar with NexGen, Vox Pro, and Pro Tools
  • Strong knowledge of all 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 upbeat personality, informative, entertaining and engaging on the air; able to relate to station audience
  • Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and editing skills; proficient in grammar; ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air
  • Demonstrated creativity and imagination
  • Able to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations and personalities
  • Can work well in a team environment; collaborative
  • Able to adapt to changes in schedules and maintain composure in a  fast-paced environment with short deadlines
  • May require other language proficiency, e.g., Spanish
  • 3+  years of on-air radio experience required
  • Audio demo of on-air interviews, commentary, announcements, etc.
  • Experience hosting a sports pregame and/or postgame show. Strong social media skills. Ability to guest during regular broadcast hours for Rock station 97.1 The Eagle       

What You’ll Bring:

Location:

Dallas, TX: 14001 N Dallas Parkway, Suites 200 and 300, 75240

Position Type:

Seasonal

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Type:

Salaried

Benefits:

iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

  • Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement)
  • A 401K plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
  • A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!                                                              

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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Hours

Full Time

Location

Dallas,

TX

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