On-Air Host / Listener Engagement Coordinator
88.3 WCQR | Johnson City/Tri-Cities, Tennessee
Full-Time Position

At 88.3 WCQR, we believe that media can do more than entertain – it can bring hope, point people to Jesus, strengthen families, and impact communities every single day. As part of Positive Alternative Radio (PAR), WCQR exists to create and deliver experiences that inspire people to live passionately for Jesus Christ.

We’re looking for a passionate, creative, and relational communicator to join our team as an On-Air Host / Listener Engagement Coordinator. This role blends meaningful on-air connection with community engagement, events, storytelling, and listener relationships throughout Northeast Tennessee and the Tri-Cities region.

This is more than an on-air position. It’s an opportunity to become a trusted companion to listeners, represent the mission of the station in the community, and help people feel seen, encouraged, and connected to Christ.

What You’ll Do:

On-Air & Content Creation

Cohost the Morning Show (6:00 am – 10 am each weekday)
Create and deliver uplifting, engaging, and authentic on-air content
Prepare daily show content including stories, conversations, artist connections, faith-based encouragement, and listener interaction
Connect listeners to music, station initiatives, community impact, and ministry moments
Assist with contests and promotions
Help maintain a high-quality listening experience with professionalism and creativity

Listener Engagement & Community Connection

Build meaningful relationships with listeners both on-air and in-person
Represent WCQR at concerts, church events, festivals, outreach opportunities, and community gatherings
Help create engaging listener experiences that deepen connection to the station and mission
Engage listeners through phone calls, text interaction, email, and event presence

Events, Promotions & Outreach

Assist with planning and executing station events, giveaways, and promotions
Support community partnerships with churches, nonprofits, schools, and local organizations
Help coordinate event logistics, setup, volunteer support, and promotional materials
Work collaboratively with on-air, promotions, fundraising, and teams across PAR

Fundraising & Mission Support

Participate in on-air fundraising and donor engagement efforts
Help communicate the mission and impact of the ministry through storytelling and listener connection
Encourage listeners to partner financially in changing lives through Christian media

What We’re Looking For

A growing and authentic relationship with Jesus Christ
Strong communication and storytelling ability
Warm, relatable, and engaging personality both on-air and in person
Passion for Christian radio, ministry, and community impact
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Creative thinking and strong organizational skills
Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends for events and station activities
Experience in radio and board operations, media, promotions, digital content, public speaking, or community engagement is preferred but not required

Why WCQR?

At WCQR, you’ll join a team that values excellence, authenticity, teamwork, encouragement, and ministry impact. You’ll have the opportunity to use your gifts in media, creativity, and relationship-building to serve listeners across the region and help make Christ known.

If you’re energized by meaningful connection, creative communication, and serving others through Christian media, we’d love to hear from you.

To Apply:
Please send your resume, aircheck/demo (if applicable), and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re interested in joining the WCQR team to Michael@wcqr.org

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On-Air Host / Listener Engagement Coordinator