Tired of the Cold Hard Winters. Fearing the sweltering heat and humidity coming to your town? Are tornados and the cicada invasion a concern in your backyard?NONE of that nonsense takes place in beautiful Albuquerque New Mexico where we have 4 mild seasons, 300 days of sunshine and the best Red and Green Chili on the planet. There is a reason they call us the Land of Enchantment. CUMULUS MEDIA Albuquerque is looking for a dynamicProgram Director for legendary News Radio KKOB. We just celebrated our 100th anniversary and are looking for a great leader to guide us to our next milestone. But just because we have been around for over a century doesn’t mean we are your grandfathers New Talk station. KKOB hosts share their voice and opinions, but they encourage our fans to engage with the topics of the day, whether they agree (or even disagree) with us. Our talent, news, the sound of the station and promotions and all forward thinking. If you are as well, maybe Albuquerque should be on your radar? In addition to 770AM/96.3 FM KKOB, you’ll also be programming the leader in ABQ sports radio, KNML The Sports Animal. Mi Casa Su Casa at Cumulus ABQ. Who We AreCUMULUS | Albuquerque, NM currently features 7 stations including heritage News Radio KKOB, KTBL The Pit, KNML The Sports Animal, KRST-FM, KOBQ-FM, KDRF-FM, and KMGA-FM. At Cumulus Albuquerque we strive to hire passionate, driven, resourceful, problem solvers who have the ability to drive the evolving, diverse culture of the Power of Radio to success. The cluster of 7 stations reaches thousands of listeners on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities
Successful programming experience and winning track record backed by Nielsen Audio results
Savvy computer skills and proficiency with ratings, research, and music (Stratus) programs
Must make station appearances at events/remotes and represent stations
Be organized and able to create systems to accomplish an excellent on-air sound, limiting audio mistakes
Work with station voiceover talent to create and produce station imaging and promos
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 and associated departments
Strong leadership, coaching, prioritization, and execution
Creative and strategic problem solver
Proficient in digital audio editing and production using various software packages
Work with station promotions director to maximize digital assets including websites, social media presence
Highest and Best use of scheduling (Full/ Part-time talent & special programming)
Previous Program Director or programming management experience is highly desirable
Produce a compelling radio show by using creativity, imagination and exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping or broadcasting on-air content
Great with phones/interacting with callers, interviewing artists/guests and hosting live events
Connect with listeners via phones, social, video, web and on-site
Daily social media engagement; website and digital content generation
Participate in station Programming, Promotions, and Sales meetings and events
Commercial Production; create killer endorsem*nt ads – both on air and online – for mutually agreed upon products
Handles emergency news/weather in show; on call for weather disasters/breaking news
Ensures logged commercials, promotions, sweepers and any other programming element essential to the station's operations are aired
Performs additional duties in small stations, such as production, assisting program directors or music directors, operating radio transmitter or writing advertising copy. Plays music as specified by music director and music log
Job RequirementsTo upload your air-check, please paste the audio file into a Word document and save with name format Last name. Audio and upload as part of your application by selecting “Include a cover letter”. Instructions are also provided on the application form.
Qualifications
5 + years of News Talk Programming with successful ratings history required
Strong production skills and knowledge of Op X, VOX Pro/Adobe Audition and Audacity
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking
Strong knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations
Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune daily with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions
Demonstrated upbeat personality, informative, entertaining and engaging on the air; able to relate to station audience
Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation
Excellent verbal and written communication and editing skills; proficient in grammar; ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air
Demonstrated creativity and imagination
Can work well in a team environment; collaborative
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
Hobby: LARPing, Kitesurfing, Sewing, Digital arts, Sand art, Gardening, Dance
Introduction: My name is Amb. Frankie Simonis, I am a hilarious, enchanting, energetic, cooperative, innocent, cute, joyous person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.
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