About the Role
WHYY is seeking an engaging, curious, and community-centered host to serve as a primary on-air voice across WHYY’s audio platforms. While initially assigned to Morning Edition, this role may also host other WHYY programs, special coverage, live events, audience engagement initiatives, and multiplatform projects as assigned.
The Show Host is more than a broadcaster; they are a storyteller, interviewer, and ambassador for WHYY. This individual will guide audiences through the day’s news and conversations, provide context and perspective on the issues shaping our region, and help deepen WHYY’s connection with communities across Philadelphia, Southeastern Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and Delaware.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging on-air content across WHYY’s audio platforms and Morning Edition program
- Conduct thoughtful interviews and engage in unscripted conversations with guests and callers
- Provide breaking news coverage and context on issues shaping the region
- Contribute to multiple platforms including broadcast, digital, social media, podcasts, video, and live events
- Represent WHYY in the community through public engagement initiatives
- Help grow WHYY’s reach and relevance through meaningful multiplatform content
Requirements
- Exceptional communication and storytelling skills
- Strong editorial judgment and passion for public service
- Comfortable delivering breaking news, conducting interviews, and engaging in unscripted conversations
- Ability to work across multiple media platforms
- Experience in public media, radio, or broadcast journalism preferred