Director of Branding and Programming/Operations - San Antonio Radio

Position Overview

Cox Media Group San Antonio has an opening for a Director of Operations, Branding & Programming for top performing stations, KONO 101.1, HITS 105.3, 99.5 KISS, 106.7 THE EAGLE, Y100, COUNTRY LEGENDS-KKYX and KONO-AM.  This position will have direct music oversight and management of on-air talent for KONO-FM and HITS 105.3, oversee programming on KONO-AM and be the direct supervisor to the Program Directors for 99.5 KISS, 106.7 THE EAGLE, Y100 and COUNTRY LEGENDS-KKYX. 

The ideal candidate is well organized, creative, self-motivated and an effective multi-tasker who has high energy and passion for radio, digital media, community involvement, entertainment and music.  The individual must have an intimate understanding of the stations’ 25-54 life group and be able to focus the programming and design to that audience’s evolving desires and habits. This role requires a leader with a winning spirit to grow and expand the stations to match the needs of a diverse and immense population.

The Director of Operations, Branding & Programming will be responsible for leading and/or collaborating with other departments on all aspects of the radio station including on-air content, events, promotions, contesting, and digital presence.  Experience with talent coaching, event management, image copy writing, a deep knowledge and understanding of branding/imaging and understanding effective digital engagement are required.

Applicants should have at least five (5) years of programming experience as a Program Director, and preferably as Operations Manager in a top 50 market, understand PPM audience measurement, FCC rules and regulations, and will have the proven ability to work together and very closely with the sales department to develop new business and programming opportunities that generate revenue.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversight of stations’ Programming, Promotions and Production department budgets (“All stations refer to: KONO-FM, KSMG, KISS, KTKX, KCYY, KKYX and KONO-AM.
• Program Director responsibilities including coaching, recruiting, promotions, imaging, weekly aircheck sessions, streaming overview and quarterly monitoring for KONO-FM, KSMG-FM and KONO-AM.
• Lead a highly talented air staff; ability to coach air talent, including the ability to communicate the goals, structure, and execution of the station formats.
• Work with the San Antonio VP/Market Manager and CMG Strategic Team to create and execute the strategic action plan for KONO-FM and KSMG.
• Create and write compelling imaging that reflects the station’s strategic direction.
• Hire and retain top-level full-time and part-time air talent.
• Partner with the CMG San Antonio Digital Content Lead on oversight of station’s digital platforms, such as website content, social media, station app and e-mail database.
• Help the Sales Department create exciting and performing client-based revenue generating promotions.
• Collaborate with CMG San Antonio’s Promotions Director on execution of contests, sweepstakes and creating effective high-profile promotional / marketing campaigns for the stations.
• Planning and oversight of station research.
• Responsible for station operations 24/7/365.
• Oversee and work closely with other CMG San Antonio Program Directors to achieve market ratings share goals.
• Monitor programming activities in conformance with FCC rules and regulations, COX Media Group policy and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Miscellaneous other duties on request from VP/Market Manager or corporate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of programming management experience in a top 50 market with experience in AC or Hot AC, Classic Hits, CHR and knowledge of Country and Rock are also a benefit.
• Track record of success in PPM rated markets. Proven ability to lead a team of programmers and staff.  Proficiency in interpreting ratings data.
• Track record of PPM success with a content driven morning show.
• Deep knowledge, creativity and proven history of creating scalable promotions / events that generate revenue.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible, creative, and innovative in using technology to deepen listener relationships.
• Excels in problem-solving, prioritizing and multitasking.
• Computer skills for audio delivery and automations systems, such as WideOrbit, Adobe Audition etc.
• Extensive digital experience with station web sites, social media, and mobile.
• On-air experience, and experience operating all on-air and production equipment.
• Available as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays.