Co-host job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example co-host requirements on a job description
Co-host requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in co-host job postings.
Sample co-host requirements
- Must have a Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in broadcasting or hosting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
Sample required co-host soft skills
- Outgoing and enthusiastic personality
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to think on your feet and improvise when necessary
- Strong research and interviewing skills
- Ability to connect with guests and audience members
Co-host job description example 1
Nexstar Media Group co-host job description
WTNH seeks an energetic and enthusiastic F/T Host for CT STYLE.
The Co-Host will work with show producer to deliver content and create entertaining television. Candidate will be energetic and self-motivated, with demonstrated writing abilities and interviewing skills, must be organized, creative, flexible and able to think on their feet. Prior broadcast hosting experience a must. Knowledge of and passion for sales a plus! The Co-Host will also be responsible for Digital and Social Media content related to the show. The ability to work well with Sales, Production, Creative Services and Engineering is a must. Also, a flexible schedule is key with a clean driving record.
+ Candidates must be a strong field reporter with excellent live abilities. Needs to perform duties and make decisions under extreme pressure.
+ Must be an effective writer with good organizational skills.
+ Must have experience in researching through the internet, must have experience working with a computer-based news system.
+ Must be able to accept and make changes based on constructive direction and criticism designed to enhance the individual's performance.
+ Must have demonstrated understanding the legal implications of covering the news and/or local stories and report in a responsible manner.
+ Must be capable of interacting positively and productively with other employees and people in the community.
+ Business/Journalism College degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
+ Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
+ Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
+ Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
+ Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
+ Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
+ Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
+ Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
+ Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
+ Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
+ Shoots and edits
+ Produces and presents reports for all platforms
+ Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
+ Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
+ Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
+ Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
The Co-Host will work with show producer to deliver content and create entertaining television. Candidate will be energetic and self-motivated, with demonstrated writing abilities and interviewing skills, must be organized, creative, flexible and able to think on their feet. Prior broadcast hosting experience a must. Knowledge of and passion for sales a plus! The Co-Host will also be responsible for Digital and Social Media content related to the show. The ability to work well with Sales, Production, Creative Services and Engineering is a must. Also, a flexible schedule is key with a clean driving record.
+ Candidates must be a strong field reporter with excellent live abilities. Needs to perform duties and make decisions under extreme pressure.
+ Must be an effective writer with good organizational skills.
+ Must have experience in researching through the internet, must have experience working with a computer-based news system.
+ Must be able to accept and make changes based on constructive direction and criticism designed to enhance the individual's performance.
+ Must have demonstrated understanding the legal implications of covering the news and/or local stories and report in a responsible manner.
+ Must be capable of interacting positively and productively with other employees and people in the community.
+ Business/Journalism College degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
+ Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
+ Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
+ Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
+ Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
+ Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
+ Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
+ Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
+ Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
+ Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
+ Shoots and edits
+ Produces and presents reports for all platforms
+ Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
+ Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
+ Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
+ Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024