Job Description

Company Description

Jonesboro Media Group features six FM towers in Craighead County, with studios located in the historic 1905 Max Meyer building in Downtown Jonesboro. The group operates a diverse range of radio stations targeting various age demographics with formats including Country, Hot Adult Contemporary, Classic Rock, rhythmic, and 80s-focused programming. Jonesboro Radio Group proudly holds the largest radio listening audience in the Jonesboro market. Owned by Saga Communications, we prioritize outperforming the competition as a core tradition.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Country Radio Station Program Director located in Jonesboro, AR. The Program Director will be responsible for managing the daily operations of the country radio station, including planning and scheduling music, coordinating on-air talent, and ensuring compliance with broadcasting regulations. Additional tasks include developing creative content, managing programming budgets, and ensuring listener engagement through high-quality radio programming. Maintaining coordination with advertising and promotions teams to optimize listener experience and station growth is also essential.

The program director will also host the afternoon host on the market's #1 radio station, country format KDXY (104.9 The Fox) and is expected to put together a compelling radio show daily.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Radio, Broadcasting skills
• Experience and knowledge in Telecommunications
• Background in Music programming and selection
• Experience hosting a compelling LIVE radio show
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Knowledge and experience using social media as a marketing tool
• Experience in the media industry is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Broadcast Journalism, or related field is a plus

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