Host Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Lifestyle Co-host/Reporter

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago

WPHL-TV/CW is hiring an energetic & dynamic on-air Co-Host/Reporter for a daily hour-long lifestyle show launching in Philadelphia this fall....

Reporter/Anchor

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV StationsFOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest...

Morning Show Co-Host

  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications: Full-Time On-Air experience with successful ratings history required Adults/Women 25-54 Strong production skills and knowledge of Op X, VOX Pro/Adobe Audition and Audacity Proficient...

Anchor/Reporter, NBC10 Philadelphia

  • Middle City West, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Middle City West, PA
  • 16 days ago

Company DescriptionWe create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences....

On Air Personality

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 days ago

Overview: Audacy Pittsburgh is looking for a Part-Time On-Air Host that will work on Sports Radio 93.7 The Fan (KDKA-FM)....

On Air Personality Wbeb [Philadelphia]

  • Middle City West, PA
  • 23 days ago
  • Middle City West, PA
  • 23 days ago

Audacy operates one of the country's two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the country's largest markets, as well as one of the country's largest podcast networks and the...

News Anchor

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 26 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 26 days ago

Audacy operates one of the countrys two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the countrys largest markets, as well as one of the countrys largest podcast networks and the Audacy...

Livestream Host & Instructor for Large Live Online Classes $100/hour

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Livestream Host & Instructor for Large Live Online Classes - $100/hour Remote - Philadelphia Exciting Opportunity for Dynamic Livestream Instructors - Earn $100/hour!...

On Air Personality WBEB

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Audacy operates one of the countrys two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the countrys largest markets, as well as one of the countrys largest podcast networks and the Audacy...

On Air Personality (Pipeline)

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Audacy operates one of the countrys two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the countrys largest markets, as well as one of the countrys largest podcast networks and the Audacy...

Part-Time On-Air Host, Music Stations

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Audacy operates one of the countrys two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the countrys largest markets, as well as one of the countrys largest podcast networks and the Audacy...

WRFF On-Air Host

  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Knowledge of Adobe Audition....

Part-Time Talk Show Host - KDKA Radio

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Audacy Pittsburgh is looking for another great host on the legendary KDKA-AM/FM....

Weekend Anchor Reporter

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 90+ days ago

WGAL News 8, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate in Lancaster, PA., is looking for a Weekend Anchor Reporter who can bring the energy of live reporting to the anchor desk....

News Anchor

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Requirements & Skills : Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. Fluency in English....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Host Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Highest Education Level

Hosts in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
64.2%
Master's Degree
14.5%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.2%
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 in Pennsylvania
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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