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Division: Guelph Radio
Work Status: Part-Time
Location: Guelph, ON (Hybrid)
About the Role:
CJOY 1460 is looking for a passionate and dynamic Play-by-Play Announcer to take on a key role in our local sports coverage. This is an exciting opportunity to become the voice of the Guelph Storm hockey broadcasts, delivering live play-by-play coverage for all regular season games.
This part-time position is ideal for a broadcaster with a strong command of the game, a polished on-air presence, and a passion for engaging the local sports community both on-air and online. The successful candidate will continue a long-standing tradition of excellence in Guelph Storm radio coverage, providing listeners with informative, energetic, and entertaining broadcasts.
You will contribute by:
- Delivering live play-by-play radio broadcasts for all Guelph Storm regular season games.
- Providing insightful and engaging commentary before, during, and after each game.
- Hosting and technically producing live on-air content on weekends and during staff vacation coverage.
- Collaborating with the Program Director (or designate) on game coverage and creative direction.
- Creating compelling, shareable content to grow audience engagement on-air and online.
- Interacting live and spontaneously with guests, co-hosts, and listeners.
- Ensuring compliance with CBSC and CRTC regulations for all content.
- Voicing commercials, station IDs, and promos as required.
Skills and experience you will bring:
- Post-secondary education in broadcasting, journalism, or a related field.
- Previous on-air radio or live sports broadcasting experience (required).
- In-depth knowledge of hockey and live game calling.
- Excellent verbal communication skills and strong, engaging delivery.
- Experience with iMediaTouch, Vox-Pro, Wide Orbit, and Burli are assets.
- A disciplined approach to preparation, research, and storytelling.
- Creativity and confidence in producing digital and social content.
- A professional, authentic presence that resonates with local listeners.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to team success.
Application Deadline: August 11, 2025
