Radio Host​/Digital Content Writer

radio host / digital content writer – odessa/midland

this position requires you to work 5 days a week in office.

townsquare media in odessa/midland is looking for a content superstar—a storyteller, a connector, a person who knows how to entertain all of the permian basin with personality, purpose, and fun.

this isn’t just any opening – we have four great stations with different music and different audiences and we’re looking for the best available talent to join one, or more, of them! Our market-leading stations include lonestar 92-3 (country), b-93 (rhythm), mix 97-9 (hot ac), and k-bat (classic rock).

townsquare is a media, entertainment, and digital marketing solutions company dedicated to serving small and mid‑sized markets across the u.s. We own and operate 354 radio stations and more than 400 local websites across 74 markets—including trusted odessa/midland stations.

we combine the power of local media with best‑in‑class digital solutions to help businesses grow—offering everything from broadcast and digital advertising to seo, web design, and programmatic marketing.

as a radio host / digital content writer, you’ll play a key role in shaping the daily sound and digital presence of our local stations. You’ll engage audiences across on‑air, online, social, and in the community by:

• host and help shape a highly relatable, locally focused, fun‑loving on‑air show monday – friday (daypart & station tbd!)
• spend time each day doing daily show and digital preparation
• entertain and inform listener audiences both on air, via digital content, and social media outlets
• publish a minimum of two local articles daily about life and happenings in the permian basin on the station website and mobile app
• write assigned facebook posts along with other social media platforms
• conduct on‑air interviews, attend and assist in all market cluster live events, and produce commercials on a daily basis
• conduct live remotes and appearances, and assist in special promotions and programming activities
• write and produce light cluster imaging
• write and produce station customization and local touchpoints for cluster stations
• check and edit station logs for accuracy and precision
• assist director of content and market president on various content and revenue‑generating priorities

• a big ol’ personality with a love for local radio and its fans
• knowledge of basic fcc rules and regulations
• superior knowledge of current events
• ability to interact with management and staff at all levels, multi‑task, and handle pressures and deadlines
• skill in operation of control board, remote broadcasting, and other related production equipment
• quickly become proficient in zetta and adobe audition
• computer literacy in applicable programs and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• public speaking skills and the ability to interact with listeners and clients in a public setting
• problem‑solving ability and skill in prioritizing

picture this: you wrap up your on‑air and digital content, grab a brisket taco, enjoy some time by the pool, then host a live broadcast at one of the many local businesses or music venues in the area.

the permian basin has plenty of places to go and activities to do, but it is also close to college football games (like texas tech), the ft. Davis mountains, and even the ‘big city’ if you just love traffic!

this is a rare opportunity to take a legendary seat, on a legendary station, in a legendary place, and make it home!

if you’ve got the heart and a drive to succeed, west texas is calling.

we offer a supportive environment where talent is developed and growth is encouraged:

• competitive salary + bonus program
• 3 weeks pto + 9 paid holidays
• medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• company‑provided laptop
• casual, high‑energy work environment
• opportunities for upward mobility within a growing media organization
• company discounts
• volunteer time off—give back to your community
• and much more…

townsquare media broadcasting, llc…