Program Director

Corus Entertainment; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Corus Entertainment's Vancouver Radio division seeks a Program Director to lead Rock 101 and CFOX, guiding the Programming Department and coaching heritage talent to sustain iconic multi-platform brands.

You will drive strategic and operational plans, partner with senior management, and develop revenue-generating programming while upholding high standards and a collaborative culture. The role rewards leadership, candor, integrity, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced industry.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in radio broadcasting, broadcast communications, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in radio operations; on-air experience is an asset.
• Proven ability to coach and direct on-air talent both individually and as part of a team.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to share ideas across Corus Programming platforms.
• Understanding of multi-platform branding (on-air, online, on-site).
• Experience in successfully managing the programming department of a radio station.
• Adaptability and comfort in a fast-paced, evolving industry.
• Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders and partners.
• History of leveraging programming to drive revenue.
• Leadership qualities including candor, openness, integrity, respect, trust, and innovative thinking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Programming Department for Rock 101 and CFOX.
• Effectively manage and coach heritage talent.
• Drive ratings growth through strategic leadership.
• Foster a positive, station-knit collaborative culture.
• Develop and execute strategic and operational plans.
• Set and uphold high performance standards.
• Mentor both seasoned talent and emerging stars.
• Collaborate with corporate and radio division teams on broad initiatives.
• Develop and execute revenue-generating programming and integrated offerings.
• Manage general administration, HR matters, and budget oversight.
• Contribute as a key member of the senior management team.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Branding

Collaboration

Relationship building

Revenue generation

Education

Post-secondary education in radio broadcasting

Job description

Division: Vancouver Radio – Rock 101 and CFOX

Work Status: Full Time

About the Role:

We're excited to announce an opportunity for a Program Director to lead two of Vancouver's most iconic stations — Rock 101 and CFOX.

This role offers the chance to work with top talent and drive the dynamic, collaborative culture that defines these stations.

You will contribute by:

• Lead the Programming Department for Rock 101 and CFOX.
• Effectively manage and coach heritage talent.
• Drive ratings growth for both stations through strategic leadership.
• Foster and maintain a positive, station collaborative culture.
• Fearlessly develop and execute detailed strategic and operational plans.
• Set and uphold high performance standards.
• Mentor and develop both seasoned talent and emerging stars.
• Collaborate with corporate and radio division teams to implement broad strategic initiatives at both market and station levels.
• Play a pivotal role in developing and executing revenue-generating programming and integrated offerings.
• Manage general administration, HR matters, and budget oversight.
• Contribute as a key member of the senior management team.

Skills and experience you bring:

• Post-secondary education in radio broadcasting, broadcast communications, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in radio operations; on‑air experience is an asset.
• Proven ability to coach and direct on‑air talent both individually and as part of a team.
• A collaborative mindset with a willingness to share ideas across Corus Programming platforms.
• Demonstrated understanding of multi-platform branding (on‑air, online, on‑site).
• Experience in successfully managing the programming department of a radio station.
• Adaptability and comfort in a fast‑paced, continuously evolving industry.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with key stakeholders and partners.
• History of leveraging programming to drive revenue.
• Must possess strong leadership qualities, including candor, openness, integrity, respect, trust, and innovative thinking.