ANNOUNCER JOB DESCRIPTION

An Announcer delivers live and pre-recorded on-air content across AM/FM and digital radio formats, owning the listener experience from morning drive to late-night voice tracking. That ownership is harder than it sounds. Audience demographics like A25–54 are measured weekly, and content that misses the format, whether country, news, or talk, shows up immediately in engagement data. The role spans both studio production and community visibility, making it one of the few broadcast seats where ratings and local presence are measured together.

As the Announcer, you are responsible for delivering on-air programming that retains and grows a defined listener demographic while maintaining consistent broadcast standards across live, voice-tracked, and multi-platform content. You operate within a station programming team, balancing independent board operation with coordinated participation in promotional events and digital content initiatives.

Career Impact: Experience across live news delivery, country format programming, and multi-platform content positions you for advancement into senior on-air talent or program director roles within the broadcast industry.

Business Impact: Listener retention in the A25–54 demographic directly reflects the quality of daily content you produce, affecting the station's advertising revenue and market ranking.

Growth Opportunity: Expanding into voice tracking for out-of-market shows and producing original digital content builds a portfolio that increases your value across both terrestrial and digital audio markets.

• Deliver live and voice-tracked on-air programming across assigned shifts, maintaining format and tone standards.
• Prepare and present daily news, traffic, and weather segments with accuracy and audience awareness.
• Voice commercial spots and on-air promos for both advertiser and station-promotional purposes.
• Operate broadcast board independently, managing timing and content flow without producer support when required.
• Develop and publish daily social media content across assigned platforms to extend on-air programming reach.
• Book guests and write features, crafting content that aligns with the station's format and audience profile.
• Attend community events and station promotional functions, representing the station to live audiences as required.
• Coordinate with the programming team on multi-platform content rollout and production elements.

• Bachelor's degree in broadcasting, communications, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 1 or more years of on-air announcer experience, with demonstrated ability to manage live broadcast independently.
• Strong verbal communication skills, with a voice delivery suited to the station's target format and demographic.
• Proven ability to write and deliver broadcast-ready scripts for news, commercial, and promotional content.
• Experience maintaining an active, audience-engaged presence across social media platforms.
• Ability to manage broadcast timing and content sequencing in single-operator environments.

• Familiarity with broadcast automation and music scheduling systems used in professional radio environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of a specific radio format, such as country, news-talk, or adult contemporary, and the cultural landscape surrounding it.
• Experience producing audio and video content for digital distribution alongside traditional on-air output.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record, supporting live event attendance and community appearances.

• Audience demographic retention rate within the A25–54 target, measured against weekly ratings data.
• Commercial and promo voicing output per shift, tracked against production scheduling targets.
• Social media engagement rate across assigned platforms, reflecting digital audience growth from on-air content.
• On-time delivery rate for live segments, measuring reliability across news, traffic, and weather updates.
• Guest booking volume per month, indicating depth of community and industry network development.
• Typical tools: broadcast automation platforms (commonly Wide Orbit Automation); audio editing software (commonly VoxPro or equivalent).

• Base Salary Range: $35,000 to $65,000 annually, depending on market size and experience
• Bonus: Performance-based, tied to ratings cycles and station revenue targets
• Equity: Not typical for this role at most broadcast employers
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage standard at most mid-to-large stations
• PTO: 10 to 15 days annually, plus public holidays
• Common Perks: Event appearance fees, remote voice-tracking flexibility, and station merchandise or concert access

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Successful completion of a background check is required as a condition of employment. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process upon request. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States prior to beginning employment.

The Public Address Announcer delivers pre-game through post-game announcements and live in-game audio commentary across basketball, volleyball, and softball, serving as the primary voice of home athletic events. Working under the direction of the Sports Information Director and coordinating with campus stakeholders, this role shapes crowd energy and fan experience throughout every game.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide pre-game, in-game, halftime, and post-game announcements.
• Provide announcements and crowd entertainment during game stoppages via music and other activities.
• Assist in the execution and announcing of promotions for home athletic events.
• Provide enthusiastic energy to keep the crowd engaged.
• Coordinate with the Sports Information Director to ensure game announcements and scripts are prepared.
• Provide in-game audio commentary via streaming, radio, or other audio media for basketball, volleyball, and softball.
• Provide knowledgeable in-game commentary describing plays or factors affecting play.
• Conduct live or recorded interviews with key campus persons, constituents, or celebrities as directed.

Required Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required, bachelor's degree in communication, journalism, sports management, or related field preferred.
• At least one year of experience in broadcasting or broadcast journalism.
• At least one year of experience in sports announcing for volleyball, basketball, or softball.
• At least one year of experience in athletics at the collegiate level.
• Well-rounded communication skills.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, and proficient in grammar.

Embedded within a broadcast programming team, the Announcer builds and delivers live and recorded broadcasts according to a pre-defined schedule while managing broadcast time and voicing on-air promos. Working closely with producers and off-air project teams, this role supports continuity of programming and the consistent delivery of commercial and non-commercial content across radio channels.

Core Functions

• Prepare materials and conduct broadcasts, either live or tape, in accordance with a pre-defined schedule.
• Maintain continuity of broadcast content.
• Manage broadcast time, including single operation when no producer is present.
• Voice on-air promos for both commercial and non-commercial purposes.
• Support the implementation of off-air projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in any major required.
• Experience in radio, particularly news programming.
• Good knowledge of news and entertainment programming.
• Good scriptwriting skills and good English proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Smiley, engaging on-air voice with a good-looking appearance.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Reporting to station leadership, the Announcer shapes the Morning Show by preparing and delivering daily news, traffic, and weather updates while voicing commercials and promos for radio and TV. Partnering with the programming and promotions teams, this role leads audience growth through original on-air content, active social media engagement, and live community appearances that strengthen the station's presence among the A25–54 country format audience.

Primary Duties

• Be an active on-air announcer on the Morning Show, preparing and delivering daily news, traffic, and weather updates, and operating the board.
• Drive social media and digital content for the morning show.
• Voice commercials and promos for radio and TV daily.
• Attend functions, participate in station promotions, and make live appearances as required.
• Voice track other shows, in-market and out-of-market, when necessary.

Skills & Qualifications

• Education in broadcasting and/or a minimum of 3-5 years of on-air experience.
• Working knowledge of MusicMaster, Wide Orbit Automation, and VoxPro is a definite asset.
• Strong understanding of and passion for the country music format, well-versed in all areas of pop culture.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to connect and engage with an A25–54 country audience, visible and active within the local community.
• Socially savvy with strong skills generating original content on-air and across all digital platforms.
• Must be a positive team player.
• Valid G Class Driver's license with a good driving record.

Sitting at the intersection of on-air performance and digital content creation, the Evening & Weekend Announcer owns weekday evening and weekend shifts for 97.7 HTZ-FM, producing daily audio and video content, booking guests, and maintaining active social media presence across multiple platforms. Operating across broadcast and digital channels in close collaboration with the creative team, this role builds community connection and audience engagement that directly supports the station's multi-platform programming strategy.

Duties

• Serve as an on-air announcer on weekday evenings and weekend shifts, including some voice-tracked shifts.
• Operate the board and prepare content for 97.7 HTZ-FM with multi-platform rollout and engagement.
• Book guests, write content and features, and produce daily audio and video content.
• Maintain daily social media activity across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other assigned platforms.
• Stay ahead of trends and maintain strong ties to the local community.
• Collaborate with the creative team on various production elements.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree in a related field of study.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in an on-air announcer role.
• Extensive experience with audio/video editing software and Wide Orbit Automation.
• Experience creating and maintaining an engaged social media audience across multiple platforms.
• Technically sound with superb board operating skills.
• Creative, driven, and works well within a team dynamic.