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Island 98.5 Afternoon Drive Air Personality

We’re seeking an afternoon personality on top rated Hawaiian Reggae formatted Island 98.5. Possible Assistant Program Director duties with knowledge of very unique Hawaiian Reggae format. We need candidates who understand Hawaiian and Hawaiian Pidgin English. Knowledge of Hawaii is an absolute must as this person will be entertaining local Hawaiian audience.

What You’ll Do:
  • Perform music format show or programs for broadcast entertainment.
  • Establish a relationship with listeners by providing entertainment and/or information of interest consistent with Hawaiian Reggae format, genre, and targeted demographic audience.
  • Converse with callers, and host live events.
  • 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 the exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping, or broadcasting on-air material.
  • Ensure logged commercials, promotions, and any other programming essential to the station’s operation are aired.
  • Maintain a website personality page.
  • Participate in required station Programming, Promotions, and Sales staff meetings and events.
  • Make regular approved appearances at station events; serve as an ambassador for the radio station(s) when out in public.
  • Execute the interviews and events on air that are approved by the 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/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 notify Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting the quality of the broadcast.
  • Handles 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
  • Lead promotion member for Island 98.5
  • 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 verbal and written communication and editing skills
  • Demonstrated creativity and imagination
  • 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., Hawaiian, Hawaiian Pidgin English
  • 3+ years of on-air radio experience required
  • Audio demo of on-air interviews, commentary, announcements, etc.
  • 4-year college degree, preferably in Communications or Broadcast Journalism

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