Programming Director
Cumulus Media Inc.

Company Overview

Who We Are: CUMULUS | Tri-Cities, TN currently features 5 stations in the Johnson City market: WQUT-FM 101.5, WKOS-FM 104.9, WJCW News Talk 910 AM, WXSM-AM 640 "The Sports Monster" and WGOC-AM 1320 Business Talk.

Position Overview

Position Overview
CUMULUS MEDIA | Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol is searching for an experienced Program Director for our WQUT and WKOS stations. 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 & streaming platforms & digital content and have a strong understanding of the core audience of an Classic Rock and Country formats. The position will also require a daily airshift for WQUT, along with a weekend voice track shift and/or live appearances and live remotes!

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, implement, and manage the sound, image, music, brand, and standards of WQUT-FM 101.5 Tri-Cities Classic Rock and WKOS-FM 104.9 Nash Icon 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

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of successful programming experience and a 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 Nielsen Ratings and 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

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  What We Offer
  
  
  • Competitive Pay
  • 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
  • Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
  • Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program
  
  For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs
  For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/
  

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