JOB POSTING: CUMULUS MEDIA | MOBILE, AL, IS SEARCHING FOR AN EXPERIENCED PROGRAM DIRECTOR.
The Program Director will be responsible for growing and operating strong brands and must have a strong background and passion for music. You will program two legendary stations with a 50-year heritage. Energy, enthusiasm, mixer, and urban genre experience are necessary.
You must also be able to interact with listeners and handle multiple phone calls at once. You will be responsible for all aspects of programming including music scheduling, managing on-air staff, imaging, station strategy, developing and executing revenue-generating sales & programming promotions, website & social media, and digital content, and have a strong understanding of the core audience of both an Urban and Urban A/C format. The position also requires a daily afternoon air shift, and/or live appearances and remotes!
CUMULUS | MOBILE, AL is the Gulf Coast’s leading radio and digital company…hands down! We currently feature five big radio stations including 97.5 WABD, 93BLX, 104.1 WDLT, Gospel 900 WGOK, 660 News WXQW, and the markets exclusive suite of Digital Solutions all of which provide a platform for the market’s best pros to shine. The cluster of 5 stations reaches thousands of listeners daily and we’re located on the beautiful Gulf Coast in one of the fastest-growing areas in the country.
We’re looking for a track record of success. Top candidates will be versatile and possess exceptional PD, On-Air, and web/social media skills. Digital and social strategies must be as engaging as on-air tactics and execution. The best candidates will be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and react in a calm and decisive way when dealing with challenging situations. Excellent writing and production skills to image and brand your stations are essential. People skills and the ability to work closely with talent, department heads, and a talented sales team are critical.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create, implement, and manage the sound, image, music, brand, and standards of (insert stations here) through all distribution channels to reach and exceed goals for ratings, revenue, and profitability
- Successfully coach, direct, develop, appraise, and motivate on-air talent to maximize their performance.
- Deliver unique content that attracts the target demo, builds ratings, and grows the terrestrial and digital audience.
- Work closely with the sales team to develop and enhance client relationships and revenue.
- Work closely with the marketing team to develop contests, promotions, and big events to raise the brand profile.
- Ensure the operation of the station in accordance with FCC regulations and policies.
- Operate (as needed) a control board, remote broadcasting, and other related production equipment as well as music scheduling software.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of successful programming experience and winning track record backed by Nielsen Audio results preferred.
- Strong social and digital experience
- Savvy computer skills and proficiency with ratings, research, and music (Stratus) programs
- Ability to multi-task and the discipline to focus on what is the highest and best use of your time.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with air staff, departments, and clients
- Creative and strategic problem solver
- A strong understanding of PPM / Nielsen Ratings and the ability to interpret various kinds of research.
- Deep knowledge of music, pop culture, and current events and how they relate to the station’s target demo.
- Have and build great relationships in the music/entertainment community with a deep contact list.
What we offer:
- Competitive pay
- Professional growth and career path
- Focused, responsible, and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask, “what if” and try innovative solutions.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
- 401K with company match to plan for the long-term
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
For immediate consideration, send your package to Operations Manager Mojo Wilson at vincent.wilson@cumulus.com
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CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
