Program Director

Company Overview

CUMULUS | Salt Lake City, UT currently features 5 stations in the Salt Lake Metro area.  K-Bull  93 (KUBL) #1 For New Country, Power 94.9/101.9 (KENZ) Utah’s New Hit Music, B98.7 (KBEE) Today’s Hits and Yesterdays Favorites, KBER 101.1 (KBER) Utah’s Rock Station, and 860 KKAT Utah’s Talk Station, reaching a million listeners on a weekly basis.

 

Position Overview

CUMULUS MEDIA |Salt Lake City, UT is searching for an experienced Brand & Content Leader (Program Director) who will be responsible for operating strong media brands with innovation and vision. The Brand & Content Leader must have a passion for live and local entertainment and lead a Content (Programming) team with energy and enthusiasm. You will be responsible for all aspects of content creation and programming including brand strategy development and execution, managing on-air/content creators, music scheduling, imaging, developing, and executing audience engagement events, website & social media, digital content and have a strong understanding of the core audience. The position (may) also include a daily on-air show, along with a weekend voice track shift and/or live appearances and live remotes!

 

We’re looking for a track record of success. Top candidates will be versatile and possess exceptional content management, on-air and web/social media skills. Digital and social strategies must be as engaging as on-air tactics and execution. 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 are essential. People skills and the ability to work closely with content creators, department heads and a talented sales team are critical.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, implement, and manage the sound, image, music, brand, and vision of (insert stations here) through all distribution channels to reach and exceed goals
• Successfully coach, direct, develop, appraise and motivate on-air talent/content creators
• Deliver unique content that attracts the target demo, and grows audience
• Work closely with the sales team to develop and enhance client relationships
• Work closely with marketing team to develop contests, promotions and big events
• Ensure operation of station in accordance with FCC regulations and policies

 

Qualifications:

• Preferred track record of successful programming experience
• Strong social and digital experience
• Savvy computer skills and proficiency with ratings, digital metrics, and research
• Ability to multi-task and the discipline to focus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Creative and strategic problem solver
• Deep knowledge of music, pop culture and current events

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/

 

 

 

EEO Statement

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).