Prairie View A&M University
General Manager, Radio
Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, Texas, us, 77446
Under limited supervision, the General Manager plans, directs, and manages the day-to-day operations of the University's radio stations, ensuring compliance with University and Federal regulations. This role involves advanced management functions to ensure the effective development and achievement of station goals.
Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.Responsibilities:Lead Daily Operations: Oversee the day-to-day management of the radio station, ensuring compliance with University and Federal regulations.Programming Excellence: Create and deliver a coordinated mix of music, news, sports, and special topics programming. Host a daily morning show and other locally produced content.Policy Development: Develop and update departmental policies and procedures to maintain high standards and operational efficiency.Strategic Planning: Serve on the radio station’s advisory board and collaborate with Marketing and Communications to enhance the station’s identity, branding, and marketing strategies.Promotions and Announcements: Lead the creation of station promotions, public service announcements, and underwriting announcements. Manage purchasing decisions for programming and equipment.Goal Setting and Fundraising: Plan and implement station goals and objectives. Oversee research and reporting of grant opportunities and develop a robust fundraising program to ensure 10% annual growth.Team Leadership: Direct, supervise, schedule, and train station personnel, students, and volunteers to foster a productive and collaborative environment.Cross-Media Collaboration: Build a cohesive alliance under the KPVU-Media Umbrella, working with The Panther Newspaper, Panther Podcast, and KPVU-TV. Utilize the TV Studio to generate revenue through programming and advertising.Educational Integration: Ensure the radio station serves as a practical lab for the Communications, Journalism, Radio/Television/Film, and Audio Engineering curriculums.Perform other duties as assigned.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.Five years of related experience in radio as a music or program director.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of non-commercial, small market radio. Knowledge of various music formats and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations. Knowledge of digital audio applications.Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong marketing and promotional abilities and on-air communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Master's degree in Communications, Audio Engineering, or Radio/Television/Film is highly desirable.Special Requirements:Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree may be considered. One year of related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a bachelor’s degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of nine years of experience.Job Posting Close Date:
08/25/2024Required Attachments:Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or “Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.Resume or Curriculum VitaeApplication Submission Guidelines:All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.About Us For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses, and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service.PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston.Your career opportunities with a “University of the First Class” begins here!Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.The following links will open in a new tab.
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Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.Responsibilities:Lead Daily Operations: Oversee the day-to-day management of the radio station, ensuring compliance with University and Federal regulations.Programming Excellence: Create and deliver a coordinated mix of music, news, sports, and special topics programming. Host a daily morning show and other locally produced content.Policy Development: Develop and update departmental policies and procedures to maintain high standards and operational efficiency.Strategic Planning: Serve on the radio station’s advisory board and collaborate with Marketing and Communications to enhance the station’s identity, branding, and marketing strategies.Promotions and Announcements: Lead the creation of station promotions, public service announcements, and underwriting announcements. Manage purchasing decisions for programming and equipment.Goal Setting and Fundraising: Plan and implement station goals and objectives. Oversee research and reporting of grant opportunities and develop a robust fundraising program to ensure 10% annual growth.Team Leadership: Direct, supervise, schedule, and train station personnel, students, and volunteers to foster a productive and collaborative environment.Cross-Media Collaboration: Build a cohesive alliance under the KPVU-Media Umbrella, working with The Panther Newspaper, Panther Podcast, and KPVU-TV. Utilize the TV Studio to generate revenue through programming and advertising.Educational Integration: Ensure the radio station serves as a practical lab for the Communications, Journalism, Radio/Television/Film, and Audio Engineering curriculums.Perform other duties as assigned.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.Five years of related experience in radio as a music or program director.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of non-commercial, small market radio. Knowledge of various music formats and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations. Knowledge of digital audio applications.Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong marketing and promotional abilities and on-air communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Master's degree in Communications, Audio Engineering, or Radio/Television/Film is highly desirable.Special Requirements:Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree may be considered. One year of related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a bachelor’s degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of nine years of experience.Job Posting Close Date:
08/25/2024Required Attachments:Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or “Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.Resume or Curriculum VitaeApplication Submission Guidelines:All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.About Us For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses, and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service.PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston.Your career opportunities with a “University of the First Class” begins here!Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.The following links will open in a new tab.
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