Salem Media Group

Operations Manager

ID
1215
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Location : Location
US-MI-Ferndale

Overview

Salem Media Group is looking for a Full Time Operations Manager for its radio stations. This individual will oversee all aspects of the on-air programming operations for this market. Reports to the General Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and oversight in the execution of an excellent on-air sound and image for the station, with a goal of growing and expanding audience engagement and response
  • Ensure compliance with FCC rules and regulations and Salem Media Group policies
  • Be responsible for the recruitment, training, supervision and scheduling of programming personal
  • Perform on-air as a station personality either live or via voice-tracking
  • Appear at station events/remotes as friendly “face” of the station
  • Work with station voiceover talent to create and produce station imaging and promos
  • Manage the daily functioning of automated program delivery resulting in consistent, “tight,” On-air product. A station sound with minimal , if any, episodes of “dead” air or “audio collisions” 
  • Be organized and able to create systems to accomplish an excellent on-air sound
  • Coordinate digital audio streaming processes including web and app based systems
  • Work with sales staff for on-air and promotional execution of sales promotions
  • Work with brokered programming clients on production of their programs
  • Work with station promotions director to maximize digital assets including websites, social media presence, and other emerging techniques
  • Provide light IT hardware/software services and supervise building maintenance
  • Support routine building maintenance for lighting, plumbing, etc. by connecting with professional contractors etc. when need arises.

Qualifications

  • Several years of experience in radio programming/production/operations management
  • Knowledge of digital automation systems (Rivendell and Wide Orbit knowledge and experience a plus)
  • Proficient in digital audio editing and production using various software packages
  • Excellent communications skills (both written and verbal)
  • Proficient in computer skills (Window/PC; Microsoft Office, etc)
  • Ability to solve problems with creativity
  • Ability to understand and program to the conservative and evangelical listening audience
  • A positive and energetic style, with high integrity, strong work ethic, and ownership of outcomes
  • Possess the ability to work in a streamlined operation
  • Have the ability to successfully expand oversight to additional stations that may be added to the market cluster

Benefits

  • Competitive pay structure based on experience
  • Health, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Matching 401k retirement plan
  • Paid holidays and vacation time

EEO Statement

Come see how Salem is DIFFERENT and why we’ve been certified as a “Great Place to Work” and as a “Best and Brightest” equal opportunity employer. 

 

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