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Television Host jobs are open across broadcast television, streaming, cable news, and entertainment production, at every level from entry-level co-host to lead anchor and executive producer-host, with specializations in live programming, talk formats, and sports commentary. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About this Role and our Studio
Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families’ homes across the globe.
DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style.
By submitting an application for this Animatic Editor role, you may be considered for any Animatic Editor positions that arise until the expiration date provided.
Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until April 30, 2027.
What you will do
The Animatic Editor is the creative storyteller responsible for assembling digital files, dialogue, and sound into a cinematic experience that defines the visual rhythm, pacing, and emotional tone of each episode. The Animatic Editor works closely with the series Creative Leadership and Directors to shape the episodes and bring life to the story before production moves into layout and animation. Responsibilities include:
- Building and refining animatics from storyboards into dynamic narrative sequences, shaping timing, flow, and shot continuity
- Multi-tasking and juggling multiple episodes at the same time
- Inserting temp and final dialogue, temp sound effects, and temp music to bring together rhythm, comedic timing, and emotional pacing
- Collaborating with Creative Leadership to explore variations, adjustments, and enhancements for storytelling clarity
- Maintaining continuity and visual flow across all sequences and episodes
- Proactively preparing animatics for reviews and screenings and addressing notes accurately following these meetings
- Partnering with Production, Editorial team, and Post team to coordinate file updates, audio sync, and version control
- Working closely with Production to track deliverables and meet deadlines
- Organizing and maintaining editorial databases and file structures, ensuring clarity and thoughtfulness
- Assisting with preparing materials and running screenings, reviews, and post sessions
Required Qualifications and Skill
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an Animatic Editor.
- Strong understanding of story structure, comedic timing, and cinematic language.
- High degree of proficiency in AVID Media Composer.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Teams and Confluence softwares preferred.
- Familiarity with importing, exporting, and managing materials for editorial
- Self-motivated team player who can thrive in team environments as well as work independently
- Close attention to detail and commitment to high quality work
Education
Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience
Job Location
This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA
Disclaimer
PAY TRANSPARENCY
The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $66.40 to $73.04 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call Disney Television Animation.
To learn more about Disney's guidelines on the use of AI for candidates, click here.
Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
About this Role and our Studio
Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families’ homes across the globe.
DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style.
By submitting an application for this Animatic Editor role, you may be considered for any Animatic Editor positions that arise until the expiration date provided.
Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until April 30, 2027.
What you will do
The Animatic Editor is the creative storyteller responsible for assembling digital files, dialogue, and sound into a cinematic experience that defines the visual rhythm, pacing, and emotional tone of each episode. The Animatic Editor works closely with the series Creative Leadership and Directors to shape the episodes and bring life to the story before production moves into layout and animation. Responsibilities include:
- Building and refining animatics from storyboards into dynamic narrative sequences, shaping timing, flow, and shot continuity
- Multi-tasking and juggling multiple episodes at the same time
- Inserting temp and final dialogue, temp sound effects, and temp music to bring together rhythm, comedic timing, and emotional pacing
- Collaborating with Creative Leadership to explore variations, adjustments, and enhancements for storytelling clarity
- Maintaining continuity and visual flow across all sequences and episodes
- Proactively preparing animatics for reviews and screenings and addressing notes accurately following these meetings
- Partnering with Production, Editorial team, and Post team to coordinate file updates, audio sync, and version control
- Working closely with Production to track deliverables and meet deadlines
- Organizing and maintaining editorial databases and file structures, ensuring clarity and thoughtfulness
- Assisting with preparing materials and running screenings, reviews, and post sessions
Required Qualifications and Skill
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an Animatic Editor.
- Strong understanding of story structure, comedic timing, and cinematic language.
- High degree of proficiency in AVID Media Composer.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Teams and Confluence softwares preferred.
- Familiarity with importing, exporting, and managing materials for editorial
- Self-motivated team player who can thrive in team environments as well as work independently
- Close attention to detail and commitment to high quality work
Education
Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience
Job Location
This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA
Disclaimer
PAY TRANSPARENCY
The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $66.40 to $73.04 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call Disney Television Animation.
To learn more about Disney's guidelines on the use of AI for candidates, click here.
Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in television host jobs.
- On-camera hosting experience in broadcast, cable, or streaming environments
- Proficiency with teleprompter operation and in-ear monitor usage during live broadcasts
- Strong ad-lib and conversational interviewing skills for unscripted segments
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, broadcasting, or a related field
- Experience conducting live interviews with high-profile guests or public figures
- Bilingual fluency or fluency in a second language for multicultural programming roles
Tips for Your Television Host Job Search
Tailor your reel to each format
A sizzle reel for a morning talk show should look nothing like one for a true-crime documentary series. Cut separate two-minute reels for each format you're targeting so casting producers see you in the specific context they're hiring for.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists television host openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight teleprompter and IFB proficiency
Listings regularly screen for in-ear monitor and teleprompter fluency before the interview stage. Name both explicitly in your resume skills section so your application clears automated screening before a producer ever reads it.
Research the show's tone before auditions
Watch at least three recent episodes of any show you audition for and mirror its pacing and energy in your screen test. Producers are casting someone who fits existing chemistry, not a generically polished presenter.
Get specific about audience size and ratings context
Vague credits like 'hosted a weekly segment' tell a hiring producer nothing. Replace those phrases with the platform, the daypart, and any measurable outcome you can honestly claim, such as a slot that grew its time period audience.
Follow up with your availability window
After submitting your reel and resume, send a brief note confirming your availability for a screen test within the next two weeks. Production timelines move fast, and a prompt follow-up signals you're ready to move at their pace.
Television Host Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most television hosts?
The companies hiring the most television hosts right now include NBCUniversal, Jewelry Television, and Fairfield University, with the largest share of openings in California, Pennsylvania, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Local news affiliates and regional streaming services are also among the most consistent sources of open roles.
How many television host jobs are remote?
About 17% of television host openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the most flexibility found in podcast-adjacent or digital-first formats that do not require a physical studio presence. Traditional broadcast and live studio roles remain almost entirely on-site.
How do you become a television host?
Start by building on-camera experience through local access cable, college broadcasting, or digital video content, then develop a demo reel that shows your ability to anchor, interview, and handle live situations. Apply to entry-level reporter or co-host roles at local affiliates, build your on-air credits, and move into larger markets or formats as your reel strengthens. Formal training in journalism or broadcasting accelerates the process.
Can you get a television host job with little or no experience?
Yes, but you'll need a reel even if it isn't from a paid gig. Produce your own segments on a streaming platform or community cable channel, volunteer as a host for nonprofit events or local sports coverage, and treat every clip as a credential. Entry-level positions like segment host, field reporter, or weekend co-anchor are realistic first steps that build the credits larger markets require.
What does the television host interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a reel review before you ever speak with a producer. If your reel advances, expect a video call to assess your personality and conversational fluency, followed by an in-person or remote screen test where you anchor a mock segment or conduct a scripted interview. Callbacks often include a chemistry read with existing on-air talent before a final offer.
Where can I find and apply to television host jobs?
You can find and apply to television host jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and format preferences, and apply directly to each one.
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