Coordinator, Music Programming

How you’ll make an impact:

Works with members of the Music Programming team to create superior radio programs as needed. Supports creative processes, content development and production. Exercises both creative abilities and technical skills. Edits materials and operates an audio board. May be assigned to more than one program and perform slightly different functions across channels.

What you’ll do:

Receives daily assignments from Manager, Music Programming Operations and Program Directors

Gains an understanding of the music scheduling software and automation system

Develops an understanding of and performs audio editing, fades and inserting correct digital markers that sound the most appealing based on music/content selection and channel genre

Loads audio elements into music automation system & properly enters royalties related song information

Pulls listeners requests and calls from electronic webmail

Ensures on-air hosts receive daily music logs and updated talent schedules generated from music scheduling software

Monitors assigned specialty programming for content and technical quality control; verifying accurate start time of program(s) and prepares programming for On Demand

Serves as a In Studio Producer, ensuring that live broadcasts air smoothly by maintaining proper audio levels, firing elements at proper times, troubleshooting technical issues under pressure

May assist Program Director with writing station imaging, promos and selecting specific music

May write, obtain/record, schedule and archive Artist IDs and Interviews

Assists with the coordination of music projects by compiling research data, and learns how to interpret data

May participate in music meetings – may monitor format charts, trade journals and music sales figures to be as knowledgeable as possible about assigned format(s)

May act as liaison to music artists during celebrity visits and communicates with music labels, as directed by management

What you’ll need:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

6-12 months of music programming related experience at a satellite, traditional commercial, and/or college radio station

Strong interest in learning all aspects of music programming and a desire to grow into a Program Director position

Strong interest in music and pop culture

Good public speaking and presentation skills.

Interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills.

Ability to project professionalism over the phone and in person.

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Willingness to take initiative and to follow through on projects.

Creative writing ability.

Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and task-switch, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Experience with automation and/or AI as a plus.

Must have legal right to work in the U.S.