Host Jobs

A Host in the Broadcasting industry is a central figure who presents programs, interviews guests, and interacts with the audience. They are responsible for providing a connection between the audience and the show, setting the tone and maintaining the flow of the program. They may work in various forms of media including television, radio, and online platforms. A host may also be involved in the creation and development of program content, script writing, and promotional activities. Crucially, they are also expected to maintain professionalism and manage any unexpected issues or emergencies that may occur during a live broadcast.

Your typical host should have excellent communication skills, a dynamic personality, sound judgment, and the ability to think on their feet. They should also have a good understanding of broadcast rules and regulations. Essential certifications for hosts in the broadcasting industry may include a degree in communications, journalism, or a related field, along with any relevant training in broadcasting or media presentation. Prior roles that someone might hold before becoming a host include positions like production assistant, reporter, or news anchor, which provide invaluable experience in understanding the broadcasting environment.

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News Anchor/Reporter (2)

  • WDIV
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • WDIV
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago

WDIV is seeking a dynamic and experienced News Anchor/Reporter to join our team. This is a unique opportunity for a journalist who thrives on breaking news, loves engaging with both their team and...

WDIV

Weather Anchor (Meteorologist)

  • WDIV
  • Detroit, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • WDIV
  • Detroit, MI
  • 10 days ago

This position involves detailed weather analysis, live reporting, and active community engagement....

Dakota Broadcasting

On Air Personality

As an On Air Personality, you will be responsible for hosting shows, conducting interviews, and creating engaging content for our audience....

STR house manager, cleaner, cohost

  • Englewood, CO
  • 9 hours ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 9 hours ago

STR house manager, cleaner, cohost (Englewood) South Lincoln St near E bates ave compensation: $27 per hour I am in need of a local partner to be my cohost, house manager, and cleaner between...

Anchor/Multimedia Journal

  • Bluefield, WV
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bluefield, WV
  • 11 hours ago

Position/Title:**ANCHOR/MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (W/END) - WVVA**Details:****About Gray Media:**Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray...

Sports Director-Anchor

  • Duluth, MN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Duluth, MN
  • 11 hours ago

Job Overview: This position is responsible for selecting, researching, writing and gathering sports newscast content stories for broadcast. This position is also responsible for presenting live on...

Parliamentary Correspondent

  • Westminster, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Westminster, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Role overview About us. PA is the UK and Ireland's trusted national news agency, delivering 24/7 multimedia journalism to every major newsroom across the country. With more than 150 years of...

Medical Correspondent Clerk #10

  • Garden City, MI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Garden City, MI
  • 15 hours ago

Who We Are St Johns Episcopal Hospital is the only hospital providing emergency and ambulatory care to the densely populated culturally and economically diverse and medically underserved...

Anchor/Reporter

  • Fargo, ND
  • 1 day ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 1 day ago

Anchor/Reporter We are in search of an upbeat and talented anchor for a strong NBC/CBS/CW newsroom. Our newsroom produces the most live local programming each week in the Fargo market. Beyond our...

Sports/Entertainment Anchor/Reporter

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Dive into hosting both live and prerecorded streamed programming, reporting under tight deadlines in a fast-pasted, high-pressure environment....

Weekend Anchor/Reporter

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 1 day ago

Anchor top-rated newscasts, plus additional reporting as assigned. Must be an effective communicator, comfortable in both scripted and ad-libbed delivery. Breaking news and developing story...

Anchor/ Reporter

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 day ago

Ability to think quickly and respond to breaking news in high pressure situations and have strong organization and live reporting skills....

Weekend News Anchor / MMJ

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago

Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience Minimum one-year experience in news reporting or anchoring Excellent news judgment with an expansive...

Digital Anchor/MSJ

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 1 day ago

Digital Anchor / MSJ TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) serves local communities across the U.S. through trustworthy journalism, engaging content, and tools that help people navigate their daily lives....

WLLZ On-Air Host

  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago

Interview guests, moderate debates, converse with callers, and host live events....

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Salary for Host Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBroadcasting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Hosts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
64.2%
Master's Degree
14.6%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Hosts
2-4 years
53.4%
Less than 1 year
13.4%
4-6 years
7.5%
10+ years
7.3%
6-8 years
6.5%
8-10 years
6.5%
None
3.0%
1-2 years
2.3%


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