What You’ll Host

We produce a mix of studio, field, and live music programming. New hosts can step into one (or more) of these roles:

• Country Roots (Weekly, 2 hours): On‑set co‑host, artist interviews, live room intros.

• Café Americana (Weekly, 2 hours): Story‑first interviews, songwriter spotlights, cultural segments.

• Top Ten Video Countdown (Weekly): Countdown presenter, short artist facts, fan shoutouts.

• RC Tour Bus (On Location): Field host at festivals/venues, backstage interviews, day‑in‑the‑life pieces.

• Road Reports: Short segments highlighting tour dates, local shows, and scene news.

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Who We’re Looking For

• A natural connector—comfortable on camera and with people.

• Music‑savvy (roots/country/Americana a plus) with solid interviewing instincts.

• Prepared and reliable—you meet call times and hit scripts or bullet points cleanly.

• Community‑minded—you believe in nonprofit media and giving back.

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No previous TV experience? Great. We train.

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Training & Support (Included)

• On‑camera coaching (presence, pacing, voice, teleprompter).

• Interview craft (researching artists, framing questions, fast follow‑ups).

• Field production basics (IFB etiquette, mic technique, shot awareness).

• Editorial standards (nonprofit acknowledgments vs. advertising, compliance).

• Social‑ready delivery (Reels/TikTok hooks, 15–60s hits, caption writing).

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You’ll learn alongside Cascadia Community TV workshops and live field labs.

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Time Commitment

• Studio tapings: 2–4 hrs per block (typically evenings or weekends).

• Field shoots: Varied (concert days/festivals), usually 3–6 hrs door‑to‑door in Central Oregon.

• Prep: 30–60 minutes per assignment (rundown, artist notes, quick research).

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How to Apply (3 Simple Steps)

1. Email a short intro to will@roguecountry.net

   • Subject: Host Application – [Your Name]

   • Include: 2–3 sentences on why you’d be great on camera + a link to any reel/socials (optional).

2. Record a 30–60s phone video (vertical is fine):

   • Open with: “Hey, I’m [Name] in Bend—here’s why I want to host on Rogue Country TV…”

   • Read one of the sample lines below.

3. Availability

   • Share weeknight/weekend windows and if you can travel around Central Oregon.

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Sample Read (Use One in Your Phone Video)

• “Hey everyone, I’m [Name] in Bend, and this is the Rogue Country TV Top Ten—tonight we’re spotlighting the artists shaping real American roots music.”

• “Backstage at [Venue] with [Artist]—we’re talking songs, stories, and the roads that made them.”

• “From the High Desert to the honky‑tonks—this is Rogue Country TV.”

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What You’ll Get

• On‑air credits & portfolio footage you can use.

• A pathway to paid assignments as funding and underwriting grow.

• Access to a creative community of musicians, filmmakers, and producers.

• The chance to represent Bend & the PNW on a national nonprofit music network.

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Community Standards (Nonprofit Media)

Rogue Country TV is a 501(c)(3) project. On‑air hosts deliver value‑neutral acknowledgments (no prices/sales CTAs). We celebrate artists, venues, and culture—not commercials. Hosts agree to our editorial and community guidelines.

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Quick FAQ

Do I need experience?
No. If you’re coachable and committed, we’ll teach you.

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Is this paid?
Early roles are volunteer or stipend‑based while we build underwriting. Paid opportunities expand as our partner base grows.

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Do I have to live in Bend?
Bend/Deschutes County is preferred for regular hosting. Regional contributors (PNW) are welcome for field segments.

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Ready to Step In Front of the Camera?

Send your intro and phone video today: will@roguecountry.net
Let’s bring independent music television to Bend and beyond.

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