On Air Talent (Spanish Speaking) - Latino Media Network
McAllen, TX
About the Job
Description
The Role & You
Latino Media Network is seeking a talented and experienced Spanish-speaking Radio Announcer (part time) to host dynamic and entertaining shows for our Latin pop format in the McAllen market! If you have a passion for creating engaging content that resonates with our audience, this is an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills.
As the ideal candidate, you’ll bring creativity and energy to the airwaves, producing and delivering content that captivates listeners on-air, at live events, and across digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and present informative and entertaining content for the station in a style that is consistent with the appropriate station format.
- Record or present live news updates, traffic reports, commercials, and station promotions.
- Operate all mechanical functions of preparing and delivering an on-air show, including editing listener telephone calls, executing recorded "bits" and other show elements, and operating the control room console and digital studio equipment. Zetta experience is a plus!
- Conduct interviews with celebrities, clients, and community leaders.
- Engage with listeners through on-air discussions, social media, and other digital platforms.
- Promote the station at appearances such as community events, including hosting and assisting charity functions and remote broadcasts.
- Perform necessary technical functions of the assigned air shift, including ensuring that commercials or programs air as scheduled, reporting all discrepancies, logging engineering readings, and ensuring that content and promotions comply with FCC regulations.
- Maintain and build a positive, cooperative attitude within the station. Build working relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors, and the general public.
- Attend and participate in meetings as required.
- Report to work on time, ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned, or required.
You Have These
Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a radio announcer or related role in a PPM market.
- Strong on-air presence and ability to engage with listeners.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in audio editing software such as Adobe Audition.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends.
- Excellent writing and editing skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Proficient in media production and broadcast systems.
We’d Love If You Also Have These
- Excellent social media skills.
- Video editing skills and graphic design/photoshop skills are a plus!
- Music live mixing skills are desired, but optional for consideration.
- A 2-year college degree is preferred.
How to Apply
How To Apply
To be considered for this role please submit your resume and cover letter below. We understand that you are much more than your resume and we want to get to know you. Without telling us something we’ve already read in your resume, please send us your cover letter in answering the following 3 questions:
- What makes you the ideal candidate for this position and why?
- What excites you about LMN and this position?
- If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
We strive to attract diverse top talent who are inspired by our mission, aligned to our values and are motivated to grow and make an impact, rather than candidates who check all the boxes, but aren’t committed. We encourage you to apply and show us how your unique experiences, strengths and capabilities can best be utilized at LMN!
Compensation
An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of LMN’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses, paid time off, and other benefits.
The hourly range for this position is $15-$17 per hour with the potential of additional compensation based on personal appearances or endorsement talent fees and on factors above.
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
Latino Media Network is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation or preference, age, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, gender identity, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. LMN also strives to prevent other, subtler forms of inappropriate behavior from gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at LMN. Latino Media Network is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please email us at hiring@latinomedianetwork.com. PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL RESUMES TO THIS EMAIL.
Source : Latino Media Network
