Assistant Brand Manager for WRTB

Overview
Do you live & breathe the country music lifestyle? Do you have a passion for radio? Are you a team player looking to make the jump to management? If so, helping Mid-West Family Rockford lead 95.3 The Bull could be the perfect position for you. We’re looking for someone with at least 3 years of on-air radio experience who is creative, possesses a strong understanding of social media and is passionate about on-air and event promotions from brainstorming to execution. Mid-West Family and WRTB have strived to put community first in all that we do, and the right person for this job must also possess the same desire to focus on our community and be willing to embrace the influencer role that comes with being a part of WRTB.

Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with creating and executing on-air/event promotions and sales opportunities
• Assisting with music scheduling via Selector/G-Selector
• Executing a well prepped and dynamic on-air shift.
• Creating on-air content and benchmarks.
• Creating engaging content on all social media platforms.
• Engaging in providing, producing, and updating content on all active digital platforms.
• Providing a presence for WRTB in the community (e.g., at community events, press conferences, etc.).
• Engaging with listeners via phone calls, contests, and social media.
• Broadcasting live from remote locations and events.
• Introducing programs and music.
• Reading commercial copy and public service announcements.
• Operating a control console/broadcast equipment.
• Conducting on-air interviews.
• Assist in station and cluster events.
• Assists in special promotions and programming activities across all brands (WRTB, WGFB, WXRX, WDKB).
• May act as emcee for public and/or private events.
• Working with Promotions and Sales departments on creative content.
• Station vehicle maintenance and upkeep as needed.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3-years on-air experience is preferred.
• A College degree is preferred, but a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with Selector/G-Selector is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of all applicable FCC rules and regulations.
• Experience in all Microsoft Office and Google programs (Drive, Sheets, Docs, etc).
• Proficient in use of audio editing software and broadcast equipment.
• Ability to successfully execute station events and remotes.
• Public speaking skills and ability to interact with listeners and clients in a public setting.
• Must be creative and innovative with a strong work ethic.

Preference may be given to candidates with the above experience plus the following:

• Prior broadcast industry experience.
• Digital and video editing and social media experience.

Submissions:

If this sounds like you, please submit your resume with an audio and/or video demo as well as a statement of your objectives to Lou Lombardo (llombardo@rmgmwf.com).

Mid-West Family is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,000 - $40,000