Program Director- KFI & KLAC

iHeartMedia Markets

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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it!  iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service.  In fact, we have:

• More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;

• We’re the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;

• iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;

• We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;

• iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;

• Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and

• We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale.  As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option. 

Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity.  Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.

Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.  At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

What We Need:

Program Director- KFI & KLAC

What You'll Do:

• Lead all aspects of station on-air experience in a leadership and operations role, responsible for talent, content, programming, and Digital presence.
• Oversee the creation and selection of all on-air and Digital content, ensuring it aligns with the station’s brand and audience preferences.
• Partner with Market President, Senior Vice President of Programming and Sales in support of local and corporate business goals to increase market share, listeners, ratings, adviser satisfaction and revenue while aligning programming fit with client, station, and audience; creates talent and station marketing, promotion and image campaigns
• Field sports team calls, schedule play-by-play and check social media to ensure music remains consistent with the station’s brand
• Review and determine all commercial and paid programming content and  schedule programming that conforms with FCC rules and regulations, company policy and applicable laws; protect station license.
• Manage the programming schedule, making sure that shows are strategically placed to maximize listener engagement
• Hire, train, and manage on-air personalities and other staff, fostering a creative and professional environment
• Help design and implement market research to understand audience demographics and preferences, adjusting programming accordingly
• They ensure all content complies with FCC regulations and station policies
• They coordinate promotional events and on-location broadcasts to engage with the community and increase the station’s visibility
• Mange day-to-day operations of the station, including troubleshooting technical issues and filling in for on-air talent when necessary

What You'll Need:

• Minimum of 10 years prior high-level of experience in radio.
• A proven track record for ratings success and revenue generation.
• Ease with a wide range of spoken word radio formats including talk and sports with superior knowledge of news, traffic, and weather
• Familiarity with streaming, digital, and podcast platforms. 
• Familiarity with play-by-play sports and the workings of local and syndicated sports.
• Strong managerial skills, including diplomacy, critical thinking, and leadership
• Great communication skills
• Experience with research and analytics
• Expertise in Microsoft Office application, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint

What You'll Bring:

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return

• Demonstrated initiative and achievement-oriented leadership

• Ability to manage several projects at a time

• Growth mindset and desire for continued knowledge sharing and learning

• Understanding of impact of your own decisions and decisions of your team

• Strong business insights that contribute to resolving complex problems

• Catalyst for new and innovative ideas

• Ability to identify and support new opportunities for continued improvement across business

• Ability to interact with individuals of all levels and maintain professional relationships

• Strong relationships with other leaders with the ability to manage external business partners where appropriate

Compensation:

Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data.

$280,000 - $350,000

Location:

Burbank, CA: 3400 West Olive Avenue, Suite 550, 91505

Position Type:                                                                                             

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Type:

Salaried

Benefits:

iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

• 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, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing

• 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!

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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