Austin, Texas Lifestyle show, We Are Austin, airing weekdays on KEYE CBS Austin, is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and experienced multi-talented, Lifestyle Show Host to join our team. We Are Austin is a live talk show that combines paid segments along with entertainment, community and lifestyle segments. The live show airs Monday through Friday 9 am to 10 am every week. The ideal talent will conduct live and taped paid and non-paid interviews, segments and packages, go live in the field, participate in product demonstrations, produce segments in the studio and in the field. You will be expected to create daily content on a variety of platforms including our website, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television.

 No day will look the same, however, the main responsibilities of the role will include:

• Research and prepare for segment interviews 


• Assist with daily show preparation and content generation


• Ability to conduct live and taped interviews in studio and in the field


• Assist the Executive Producer and Co-Host with booking guests and writing teases


• Able to shoot, write and edit paid stories


• Participates in pre and post-show meetings


• Contributes content to the website and all digital platforms


• Interacts with viewers on social media


• Write and deliver interviews and stories in a clear and concise manner


• Local, Regional, National and International Travel 


• All other duties as directed by management

Additionally, this person should have…

• A Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience


• A minimum of 1 year of on-air hosting experience on a Lifestyle Show or equivalent


• Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience shooting video, writing and editing long and short form packages, vignettes, Facebook lives, and other on air or digital assignments as needed


• Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills


• Must work professionally and collaboratively and help foster a team environment with co-workers


• Professional interaction and collaboration with clients and guests is required


• The ability to carry out sales segments as assigned


• Sharp judgment


• Excellent technical skills


• The ability to work well independently


• Experience with live shots is required


• Experience with Live-U is a plus


• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record


• Proficiency with computers, telephones, and other office equipment


• The ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously


• Flexibility to work any shift, including weekends and holidays as needed

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.