Operations Manager

Cumulus Media (OTCQB: CMLS) is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a quarter billion people every month — wherever and whenever they want it. Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 394 owned-and-operated radio stations across 84 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, US Soccer, AP News, and the Academy of Country Music Awards, across more than 7,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, a leading national audio network; and inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, an established and influential platform for original podcasts that are smart, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Cumulus Media provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. For more information visit www.cumulusmedia.com.

CUMULUS | Toledo, OH/Monroe, MI currently features 7 stations in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan area and surrounding counties.  Our stations include:  99.9 WKKO (Country), 93.5 WRQN (Adult Hits), 94.5 WXKR (Classic Rock), 105.5 WQQO (Hot A/C), 98.3 WMIM (Country), 100.7 WQQO-HD2 (Sports), and 94.5 HD/WXKR-HD2 (Alternative Rock)  The cluster of 7 stations reaches thousands of listeners on a daily basis.    

Cumulus Media | Toledo is looking for an experienced Operations Manager with multi-format experience to lead its seven station cluster serving Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. Duties include direct oversight of programming for the cluster and management of Program Directors. 

We would like to talk to all professionals with at least five years of experience as a PD with a winning ratings history. OM radio experience is highly desired. You must have the people skills to lead a programming team but also have the technical savvy and attention to detail that allows you to keep the stations running with a high degree of precision. You must possess excellent oral and written communications skills, and a proven ability to collaborate with internal and external contacts. A track record of great collaboration with station management, sales and promotions is a must. We’re looking for a team builder and leader. If that’s you, let us know.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of Programming including:
  • music scheduling
  • coaching on-air staff
  • station and AM/FM cluster strategy
  • development of on-air/online promotions
  • generating associated revenue
  • oversight and content creation for digital extensions (including streams and websites)
• Have a strong customer service approach towards listeners, staff, & sales

Qualifications:

• Successful programming experience and winning track record backed by Nielsen Audio results
• Previous Program Director or programming management experience is highly desirable
• Savvy computer skills and proficiency with ratings, research, and music (Stratus) programs
• Proficient in digital audio editing and production using various software packages
• Must make station appearances at events/remotes and represent stations
• Be organized and able to create systems to accomplish an excellent on-air sound, limiting audio mistakes
• Ability to multi-task and the discipline to focus on what is the highest and best use of your time
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with air staff and associated departments
• Strong leadership, coaching, prioritization, and execution
• Creative and strategic problem solve
• Work with station voiceover talent to create and produce station imaging and promos
• Work with station promotions director to maximize digital assets including websites, social media presence

• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability to ask, “what if” and try innovative solutions
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
• Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program

For immediate consideration, please visit: https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/careers

For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).