Producer, -Air Host

Title: Producer/On-Air Host/KTIS
VP Area: VP - Media
Department: KTIS - St Paul
Position Compensation: $57,000 - $63,000
Location: St. Paul, Minnesota - Home Office, KTIS, Faith Media

Who We Are: Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UN Wavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary: This role blends content production with on-air hosting to deliver engaging, mission aligned programming across broadcast and digital platforms. It develops the creation of high-quality segments, strategic content planning, and multi-platform storytelling while supporting community partnerships and station initiatives. As a key contributor to the listener experience, this position strengthens KTIS’s presence on air, online, and throughout the community.

• Produce high quality on air content, including selection, editing, and curation of segments that support station programming goals.
• Host and contribute to on air programming, serving as fill in talent across assigned segments, with the potential for a regular weekend shift.
• Plan and manage content coverage during host absences to ensure consistent, mission aligned programming.
• Develop engaging multi-platform content and support the station’s digital strategy through storytelling and audience connection.
• Monitor industry, cultural, and digital trends and leverage analytics to optimize content performance and audience engagement.
• Support station production needs, including assisting with promotional elements and providing coverage for Creative Services when required.
• Build and strengthen community relationships by identifying relevant local issues and producing interview segments that amplify partner organizations.
• Participate in station events and initiatives, including fundraisers, concerts, and community engagement activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years of broadcast, media, or multimedia experience
• Experience with multi-track production software
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience hosting live or recorded radio shows, podcasts or similar audio programming
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience creating engaging on-air and social content, applying digital storytelling

• Independent & Teamwork:
  Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality:
  Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Highly organized with strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Proficient in audio production, editing, and automation workflows, with experience creating engaging on-air and digital content, analyzing performance metrics, applying platform-specific storytelling strategies, and leveraging advanced computer skills to support high-volume productions and optimize audience engagement.
• Written & Verbal Communication:
  Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility:
  Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Driver’s License:
  Must have a valid driver's license.
• Background Check:
  Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.