Job Description
CUMULUS MEDIA | (Youngstown) 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 classic rock music. Energy, enthusiasm and experience within the genre is a must. 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, digital content and have a strong understanding of the core audience of the classic rock format. The position also requires a daily air-shift, along with a weekend voice track shift and and/or live appearances and live remotes!
CUMULUS | Youngstown currently features 8 stations covering Northeast Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania. Cumulus Media owns and operates Youngstown radio stations: WHOT-FM (CHR), WYFM-FM (Classic Rock), WQXK-FM (Country), WPIC-AM (News Talk), WRQX-AM (Classic Country), WWIZ-FM (Oldies), WBBW-AM (Sports) and WWLF-FM (Sports).
Key Responsibilities:
• Create, implement, and manage the sound, image, music, brand, and standards of
WYFM-FM 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 terrestrial and digital audience
• Work closely with the sales team to develop and enhance client relationships and revenue
• Work closely with marketing team to develop contests, promotions and big events to raise brand profile
• Ensure operation of station in accordance with FCC regulations and policies
• Operate (as needed) control board, remote broadcasting and other related production equipment as well as music scheduling software
Job Requirements
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