Announcer/ Music Director

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us.

With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment.

At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

We’re looking for a multi-talented broadcaster to be an afternoon drive announcer on 97.9 Rock - Fort McMurray (2pm-7pm MST).

You’ll need to be passionate about the Rock music format and creating content, a team player, someone who can network and keep a finger on the pulse of Fort McMurray and the Municipality of Wood Buffalo, be organised, and able to hold your own in front of a microphone.

97.9 Rock is the heritage radio station in this market this is your opportunity to join a station that’s been an important part of daily life in the region for a very long time come and be a part of our team.

What you will do...

• Host a daily on-air show full of relevant and compelling content for our target audience.
• Prepare, produce and perform an entertaining show that fits our brand values.
• Support the ideation of content for 97.9 Rock.
• Attend remote and promotional appearances.
• Create content and look for creative ways to communicate with the audience on social platforms.
• Brainstorm with the promotions team to come up with compelling concepts that satisfy the interests of the customer, the audience, and our brand.
• Deliver great voice work for our commercial producers & passionate about supporting our commercial initiatives.
• Voicetrack shows for other stations as necessary & directed.
• Be a communicator who’s comfortable getting in front of a mic and being real & open.

What you bring...

• Experience communicating with an audience.
• Creativity to generate ideas to contribute to the team.
• Openness to feedback and guidance. You know there’s always another level to reach.
• Experience with Wide Orbit Automation, Vox Pro, Music Master, Adobe Audition and Word Press, or a willingness to learn it quickly.
• Eagerness to learn; you’ll receive support and growth opportunities to build your career with us.

Here's what you can expect in return :

• A competitive salary and benefits that include access to our Employee Share Accumulation Program, Retirement Benefits and a variety of other perks including 50% off Rogers services and Blue Jays tickets.
• A manager who deeply cares about your development and long-term career at Rogers.
• A team that trusts and wants to win together.
• Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the what and the how

Schedule : Full time

Shift : Day

Length of Contract : Not Applicable (Regular Position)

Work Location : 9912 Franklin Avenue (219), Fort McMurray, AB

Travel Requirements : None

Posting Category / Function : Broadcasting & On-Air Talent

Requisition ID : 297102

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We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work.

Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation.

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Posting Notes : Rogers Sports & Media