Position Overview

CUMULUS MEDIA | BOISE, ID is searching for an experienced Program Director for our Sports Station KTIK. The Program Director will be responsible for growing and operating strong brands and must have a strong background and passion for talk/sports radio. Energy, enthusiasm and experience within the genre is a must.  You will be responsible for all aspects of programming including 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 Sports Talk format. The position will also require a daily air shift as the producer for our live afternoon show M-Fri 3p-6p on KTIK  and/or live appearances and live remotes!

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, implement, and manage the sound, image, brand, and standards of KTIK 1350/95.3 The Ticket 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 OpX  programs favored
• 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 local and national sports community with a deep contact list

What We Offer

• KTIK has a strong history of over 25 years as the leading Sports/Talk station in the market with strong ties to Boise State University and other local sports franchises.
  KTIK has the top live Sports show M-Fri 3p-6p featuring “Prater & The Ballgame” with a long history of success in the market.
• 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).

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