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Morning Show Host
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Job Title
Morning Show Host
Job Grade
TR14S
Division
Academic Affairs
College/Dept
College of Communication, Fine Arts & Media
Department
KVNO
Requisition Number
2026-00269
FTE (full-time equivalency)
1
Work Schedule
M-F 8-5
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
No
Pay Information
60,000-64,000
Pay Schedule
Annually
FLSA Designation
Exempt
Position Summary
The morning show host at KVNO hosts a live classical music program on KVNO Monday – Friday from 6 to 10 a.m. The host is responsible for conducting prep relative to programmed music, benchmarks, features, and other events that happen on-air for the morning show. The host announces on-air and is responsible for weaving together all the elements of the program to create an engaging and high-quality program. The morning show host also supports development as needed by attending select donor meetings. The host participates in staff meetings, station fund drives, KVNO events and marketing efforts, and with other on-air hosts, serves as a representative of KVNO in the community.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area:
Prep & hosting
Duties:
Prepping and hosting morning program every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Percentage Of Time
65
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Other
Duties:
Other duties as assigned including participating in staff meetings, KVNO special events, select donor meetings, and on-air fund drives.
Percentage Of Time
35
Essential Function:
Yes
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
Highly skilled in radio or related creative field.
Required Experience
Three year’s experience on-air as a radio host or in a related field and experience communicating to audiences in person and via various other platforms.
Required License/Certification
none
Required Additional Qualifications:
Experience in radio or related creative field. Experience creating content at a consistently high level on a regular basis.
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Preferred Experience
Hosting a classical music radio program or podcast. Working in the arts or other affiliation with classical music.
Preferred License/Certification
none
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
none
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No
Supplemental Question
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How many years of experience do you have as an on-air radio host or a related field?
- None
- 1-2
- 3-4
- 5+
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Media File
Optional Documents
- Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation
- Portfolio
- Writing Sample
