Promotion director Job at Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc. in Worcester

Company Overview

CUMULUS | Worcester/Boston, MA currently features 3 stations in the Worcester MA area and surrounding counties, including Boston. Our stations include: 104-5 XLO (Hot AC), 100FM The Pike (Classic Hits), and 98.9 NASH Icon (Country Hits). The cluster of 3 stations reaches thousands of listeners on a daily basis.

Position Overview

CUMULUS MEDIA | Worcester/Boston, MA is looking for an experienced Promotions Director to coordinate and execute revenue generating on and off-air promotions and events. The Promotions Director would supervise the image and presence of the stations in the marketplace to our primary demographic while maintaining a winning onsite presence. This position requires a high degree of organizational skills, attention to detail, time management, a personal disposition that works well with creative co-workers in Programming, Digital and Sales and most importantly, has a passion for delivering successful promotions and events.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and execute promotional events and contests within departmental budget that span a wide range of demographics
• Work with Digital departments on promotional (on-air and on-site) social media strategy
• Hire and lead a high-performance execution team
• Work in collaboration with Programming and Sales teams
• Identify opportunities within communities that make sense for us to partner with
• Negotiate and purchase collateral and other promotional items
• Develop strategic relationships with entertainment and event venues to benefit the stations
• Work with local charities to the mutual benefit of the community, the charity and the stations
• Provide regular coaching and performance feedback to staff
• Coordinate and draft all sales and station promotions from conception to facilitation
• Contests, giveaways, station websites and on-site events and appearances including paid client events and charity endeavors

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of all applicable FCC rules and regulations
• Understanding of stations' programming strategies
• Computer literacy in Photoshop, HTML, Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Media Span and Promo Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Problem-solving ability and skill in prioritizing
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on nurturing and growing support staff
• Possesses a strong aptitude for collaboration
• Should have a creative mind and passion for innovation
• Ability to interact with management and staff at all levels
• Ability to multi-task and handle pressures and deadlines
• Ability to clearly communicate team expectations
• Must possess valid state driver's license
• Must have a flexible schedule and be available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays based on station events
• Ability to lift and or pull up to 50lbs

What We Offer

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

EEO Statement

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