Producer/sports reporter

Are you ready to be part of the heartbeat of Northeast Ohio? A lpha Media – Canton, OH , is looking for a dynamic, social media-savvy Producer for WHBC-AM to join Canton’s Morning News with Pam Cook — the top-rated morning news program in the region. This is your chance to work alongside a respected veteran host, contribute to a trusted news source, and connect with a vibrant, engaged audience every weekday morning. If you're passionate about storytelling, current events, and community-driven content, we want to hear from you!

Canton is more than just the home of the Pro Football Hall of Fame — it's a city on the rise with a strong sense of community, affordable living, and an exciting local culture. From its revitalized downtown to its thriving arts, dining, and sports scenes, Canton offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city energy. It’s a great place to live, work, and make your mark in broadcasting.

We are live, local, and ready to talk to you!

Responsibilities of this position may include:

• Produce the live Canton’s Morning News Show from 5:30 am to 10 am Monday through Friday
• Help schedule interviews and develop topics for the show.
• Record interviews and post them on our website podcast, create shorts for YouTube, and share them on other social media.
• Stay up to date on local, state, and national news and sports to contribute to the show.
• Be proficient in Streamyard, WordPress, Google Docs, and Sheets etc.
• Be flexible, as duties can change daily. Covering press conferences, sports events, and more is a part of some days
• Engage in a respectful manner with guests and listeners.
• Assists in special promotions, programming activities, and produces show/station promos.
• Video creation abilities are required.
• Background in sports play-by-play and commentary, and a good knowledge of sports is helpful.

Requirements of this position include the following:

• A minimum of one year of a show producer experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of all applicable FCC rules and regulations.
• Experience in all Social Networking.
• Proficient in the use of audio editing software and broadcast equipment, ie, Cool Edit or Adobe Audition.
• Skilled in the operation of the control board, remote broadcasting, and other related production equipment.
• Ability to work nights and weekends during sporting events.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a fully insured personal vehicle.

Benefits:

Alpha Media invests in people who invest in themselves and offers employees a competitive package of health and welfare benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Careers page.

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental & vision insurance with a variety of coverage options and additional benefits to choose from.

• Starting with 17 days of PTO, 11 Company Holidays, and a Birthday Day for you to use during your birth month.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for full-time and part-time employees and all household members at no cost.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer matching.

• Alpha Cares – paid volunteer hours.

• Pet adoption subsidy.

Who We Are:

Alpha Media is a diverse multimedia company that shares music, sports, and news content across various platforms. Alpha owns and operates over 200 live broadcast radio stations and digital properties across the United States. We believe in hiring top talent who are innovative and vibrant, and we strive to create progressive products and world-class events while building strong relationships in our communities. Additionally, our Alpha Digital division specializes in building custom audiences and implementing digital strategies such as web design, SEO/SEM, mobile, social media, video, OTT/CTV, and more to generate leads for businesses. We are committed to the "Live and Local" philosophy and approach clients' digital needs strategically to expand brand awareness and drive conversions.

Alpha values Integrity , a Can Do Attitude , Passion , Competitiveness , Creativity, and embraces that work can be FUN . If these qualities are important to you and you feel you check off the qualities we are looking for, apply now, and let's talk.

Alpha Media is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at 1-877-459-5750 or [email protected] and include your full name, contact information, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.