Radio Announcer (Part-time)
WFMT - Chicago, IL
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SUMMARY: WFMT (classical music radio station) is looking for a Radio Announcer. Serving in a part-time capacity to cover staff absences, the Radio Announcer hosts live or pre-recorded classical music shifts on WFMT and voices other content as assigned, with focus on listener enjoyment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Host classical music on-air shifts on an occasional, part-time basis. • May voice other content including promos, commercial announcements, fundraising content, or other content, as assigned. • May participate in the processing of audio assets for broadcast, including ingesting audio, checking WideOrbit assets and playlists, and similar tasks. SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: • Experience with live and pre-recorded on-air radio hosting/announcing. • Knowledge of classical music repertoire and artists. • Familiarity with radio broadcast systems and experience operating broadcast equipment as a radio announcer. • Strong computer skills and facility with Microsoft Office applications, Google Drive, and MusicMaster, and audio applications such as Adobe Audition and WideOrbit. This position requires membership into SAG-AFTRA. Starting Hourly Range: $25-$32 Window to the World Communications, Inc., the parent organization of WTTW and WFMT, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Created: 2026-03-04