Assistant Program Director, iHeart D.C.

iHeartMedia • Rockville, DC

16d • Onsite

About The Position

iHeartMedia is looking for an experienced Assistant Program Director/Music Director for 97.1 WASH-FM (Mainstream AC). This qualified individual will work closely with the program directors, sales account executives, and stations within the iHeartMedia Washington D.C. Cluster.

Requirements

• Multiple years experience as an assistant program director or program director in a Major Market
• Considerable experience in an operational role across sales, marketing, operations, finance, or other industry
• Knowledge of Nexgen, G-Selector and Sound + Systems
• Demonstrated strong experience in Microsoft Office and social media platforms
• Extensive knowledge of FCC broadcast rules and regulations, knowledge of federal, state and local contesting rules and regulations
• Knowledge and appreciation of diverse music genres
• Demonstrated ability to be engaging on the air and to work across various formats; is upbeat, informative and entertaining, and can relate to station’s audience
• High degree of planning and organizing skills; can multitask and meet specific deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible, creative and innovating in using technology to deepen listener relationships
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
• Superior oral and written communication skills; excellent grammar, can adjust communications style based on audience needs
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Full proficiency and understanding of job function
• Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus
• Strong problem solving skills
• Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance
• Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness
• Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director by coordinating with Programming and Sales to plan and execute marketing, promotions, events and image campaigns
• Schedule Music Logs for stations including 97.1 WASH-FM
• Monitor programming activities in conformance with FCC rules and regulations, iHeartMedia policy and applicable federal, state and local laws
• Inform Program Director of any anomalies or deficiencies that may warrant correction or resolution
• Coordinate reviews and approvals for commercial and paid programming content
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with producers, artists’ managers, composers and other industry contacts
• Assist in preparation and management of department’s budget by overseeing expenditures and maintaining invoice records and related documentation
• Adequately prepare for an on-air shift with use of creativity, imagination and exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping or broadcasting of on-air material
• Ensure logged commercials, promotions and any other programming essential to the stations operation are aired
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures regarding indecency and obscenity
• Keep up to date with relevant material appropriate for the station
• Participate in regular listening/air check sessions for critique with the Program Director
• Make regular approved appearances at station events
• Work flexible hours and weekends and be on call for possible disasters, breaking news or acts of nature
• Monitor record label calls, schedule music and check social media to ensure music remains consistent with station’s brand, and may collaborate with production to provide musical direction and options that meet editorial scope

Benefits

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
• Company provided and supplemental life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays
• A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
• A 401K plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees