Senior On-Air Talk Show Host - Calgary Radio - QR Calgary

Senior On-Air Talk Show Host - Calgary Radio - QR Calgary Job Description Posted Friday, February 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 4:59 AM

Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day.

Our culture and our people are what make us, US.

We have a passion to connect with the world around us: to express, to share, to be part of people's lives. Our award-winning culture is an expression of who we are, what we do, and how we thrive. Our values describe our culture in action. They outline how we achieve our goals, work together, engage with partners, and interact in our communities. At Corus, we Win Together, Think Beyond, Make it Happen, Learn Every Day and Show We Care.

Ready to join US?

Division:

Calgary Radio – QR Calgary – 770 CHQR

Work Status:

Full-Time

About the Role: QR Calgary - 770 looking for a full-time Talk Show Host to join our team.

You must have a thirst for knowledge in most (if not all) areas of life – news, sports, entertainment, what our listeners ate for breakfast and why.

We want you to bring our listeners the stories behind the headlines and expand their minds with knowledge in a fun, engaging way.

You understand that in the modern media world, your job goes beyond just the time the mic is on.

You have a savvy approach to social media and know how to get attention in the online world.

Finally, you know you’re a star, but also know stars shine brightest when the team wins.

There are some more details below about the role. If interested, we want to hear your stuff!

Make sure to include a link in your CV to where we can hear your best takes on news, sports, life, even donuts.

You will contribute by:

Preparing and hosting a live radio talk show five days a week.

Researching news/current affairs stories and preparing them expertly for broadcast and digital media.

Creating original angles and approaches to stories.

Telling engaging stories that are relatable and relevant.

Recording promos and making live promotional appearances.

Being a curious and strategic interviewer.

Finding creative ways to engage with listeners, callers, guests and other Corus content.

Collaborating with Global News TV and programming development.

Developing and maintaining a network of contacts.

Representing Corus Radio and QR Calgary as brand ambassadors.

Meeting and exceeding ratings expectations.

Aligning with the Canadian Broadcast Standard.

Being collaborative with colleagues, partners, clients and listeners.

Performing other duties as required.

Skills and experience you will bring:

Post‑secondary education (or equivalent experience) in broadcast journalism or a related field.

Several years of relevant experience in talk radio or broadcast news required.

Compelling storyteller with an appreciation for the human‑interest side of news and sports stories.

Outstanding on‑air presentation and communication skills.

Ability to curate stimulating and engaging conversations.

Excellent research and interviewing skills.

Comprehensive knowledge of local, national, and international news and community events.

Ability to write for all platforms and proficiency in social media.

Experience with diverse and inclusive storytelling.

Familiarity with various news gathering software.

Understanding of WordPress and Canadian Press style preferred.

Creative, energetic, fun, and outgoing.

A positive attitude, and a love for collaboration and teamwork.

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Ability to meet strict, short deadlines and work well under pressure.

Application Deadline: March 6, 2026

When applying, please include your resume, cover letter, and a URL link to your demo.

Applications without a demo will not be considered.

Every day, we work hard to become an even more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that supports the well‑being of our people and makes a positive difference in our communities. Want to learn more? Have a look at our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan and Sustainability Report for more information on our approach to People, Planet and Responsibility.

We want our workforce to reflect the full diversity of communities across Canada.

We are committed to providing an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities. Please let your recruiter or the hiring manager know if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or email us in confidence at accessibility@corusent.com.

How to Apply: If you’re interested in this opportunity, click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of this page to submit your application.

Current Corus Employees: You must log into your Dayforce account under ‘Search Jobs’ to apply internally.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

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