About the Role
KATU, the ABC affiliate in Portland, OR, is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and experienced Host for the live lifestyle show, AM Northwest. This live talk show combines entertainment, community, lifestyle, and paid promotional segments, airing Monday through Friday from 9am to 10am.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct live and taped paid and non-paid interviews, segments, and packages
- Go live in the field and participate in product demonstrations
- Produce segments in the studio and in the field
- Assist with daily show preparation and content generation
- Assist with booking guests and writing teasers
- Participate in pre and post-show meetings
- Contribute content to the website and all digital platforms
- Interact with viewers on social media
- Produce sales segments (live and pre-taped)
- Create and order graphics for paid/non-paid segments
- Call and schedule sales clients for in-studio interviews and shoots
- Write and deliver interviews and stories in a clear and concise manner
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, a related field, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Minimum 2 years of on-air hosting experience on a Lifestyle Show or equivalent
- Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills
- Professional and collaborative work style
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
- Professional interaction and collaboration with clients and guests
- Excellent technical skills
- Experience with live shots required
- Experience with Live-U is a plus