Sinclair Broadcast Group
Part Time Lifestyle Host
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
KUTV, the CBS affiliate in Salt Lake City is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and experienced part-time Host for our lifestyle show, Fresh Living. Fresh Living is a live talk show that combines paid segments along with entertainment, community and lifestyle segments. The ideal Host will produce and conduct live and taped paid and non-paid interviews, segments and packages, go live in the field, participate in product demonstrations, produce segments in the studio and in the field. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television.
No day will look the same as a host, however, the main responsibilities of the role will include:
Assists with daily show preparation and content generation
Ability to conduct live and taped interviews in studio and in the field
Assist the Executive Producer with booking guests and writing teases
Able to shoot, write and edit paid and non-paid stories
Participates in pre and post-show meetings
Contributes content to the website and all digital platforms
Interacts with viewers on social media
Produce sales segments (live and pre-taped) in rundown
Create and order graphics for paid/non-paid segments
Select or provide b-roll for interviews
Call and schedule sales clients for in studio interviews and shoots
Write and deliver interviews and stories in a clear and concise manner
Meet with account executives regularly for show ideas that generate revenue
Actively manage their professional media account
All other duties as directed by management
Additionally, this person should have…
A bachelor’s degree in journalism, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
A minimum of 1 year of on-air hosting experience on a Lifestyle Show or equivalent
Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience shooting video, writing and editing long and short form packages, vignettes, Facebook lives, and other on air or digital assignments as needed
Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills.
Must work professionally and collaboratively and help foster a team environment with co-workers
Professional interaction and collaboration with clients and guests is required
The ability to carry out sales segments as assigned
Sharp judgment
Excellent technical skills
The ability to work well independently
Experience with live shots is required
Experience with Live-U is a plus
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record
Proficiency with computers, telephones, and other office equipment
The ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Flexibility to work any shift, including weekends and holidays as needed
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Sinclair
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net .
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
No day will look the same as a host, however, the main responsibilities of the role will include:
Assists with daily show preparation and content generation
Ability to conduct live and taped interviews in studio and in the field
Assist the Executive Producer with booking guests and writing teases
Able to shoot, write and edit paid and non-paid stories
Participates in pre and post-show meetings
Contributes content to the website and all digital platforms
Interacts with viewers on social media
Produce sales segments (live and pre-taped) in rundown
Create and order graphics for paid/non-paid segments
Select or provide b-roll for interviews
Call and schedule sales clients for in studio interviews and shoots
Write and deliver interviews and stories in a clear and concise manner
Meet with account executives regularly for show ideas that generate revenue
Actively manage their professional media account
All other duties as directed by management
Additionally, this person should have…
A bachelor’s degree in journalism, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
A minimum of 1 year of on-air hosting experience on a Lifestyle Show or equivalent
Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience shooting video, writing and editing long and short form packages, vignettes, Facebook lives, and other on air or digital assignments as needed
Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills.
Must work professionally and collaboratively and help foster a team environment with co-workers
Professional interaction and collaboration with clients and guests is required
The ability to carry out sales segments as assigned
Sharp judgment
Excellent technical skills
The ability to work well independently
Experience with live shots is required
Experience with Live-U is a plus
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record
Proficiency with computers, telephones, and other office equipment
The ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Flexibility to work any shift, including weekends and holidays as needed
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Sinclair
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net .
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.