WTMD Position Announcement

Position Title: Full Time Air Host Department: Programming Reports to: Program Director Supervisory Position: No

WTMD is seeking our next great Air Host. We are looking for a charismatic, experienced, professional broadcaster with deep and broad musical knowledge. Familiarity with the music we play and a studied knowledge of the history of all the different genres that make up this crazy format we call Triple A. Including all eras of and it’s various incarnations from roots rock to pyschedelia to punk/new wave to power pop to Americana to indie. Also, a working knowledge of blues, soul, r&b, country and folk and their important roles in American music.

Experience in the Triple A format is essential to the incumbent’s ability to enhance WTMD’s connection to our listeners, members and the community. Experience and skills in interviewing musicians is critical. This position requires frequent formal and informal public appearances and will be an ambassador for the station.

The successful candidate will be a social media expert with the skills and experience to further increase WTMD’s brand awareness inside and outside of Baltimore.

Requirements

• Five years of full-time, on-air in the Triple A format either non-com or commercial.

• Technical and production skills and experience with software like Adobe Audition, MusicMaster, Wide Orbit Automation & Traffic, Selector, etc.

• A demonstrated knowledge of social media strategies that extend the host/listener relationship.

• A well-researched understanding of how to translate fundraising trends and information into effective on-air spots.

• Bachelors degree preferred but significant experience may be substituted.

Towson University Public Media offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits; a talented and fun group of station colleagues; a large, enthusiastic audience, and a supportive and engaging environment to work in.

To Apply

Visit WTMD.org for more information. All applicants must apply through our on-line system, found in the careers section of wtmd.org, to be considered.

Towson University Public Media is an equal opportunity employer.