Program Director, WPEN-FM 97.5, Philadelphia

RadioJobs; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Beasley Media Group, LLC in Philadelphia seeks a Program Director for WPEN-FM 97.5, a premiere sports station. You will oversee all on-air elements, focus on talent development, and drive digital sales, content, and revenue growth.

The PD must be strategic, analytical, creative, and sales-oriented while leading a high-profile team. The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a PD/APD/MD in sports talk, plus expertise with Adobe Audition and Nielsen, and a track record of coaching top talent.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of proven success as a PD or APD/MD.
• Experience in sports talk formats and dealing with professional franchises.
• Experience coaching and developing on-air talent.
• Strong budget management and policy understanding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all on-air elements and talent development.
• Lead digital sales, content, and revenue growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with Market Manager, other PDs, Sales teams, and corporate management.
• Be accessible and sales-friendly while driving audience engagement.

Skills

Team leadership

Talent coaching

Audience measurement

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Sales collaboration

Communication

Tools

Adobe Audition

Nielsen

Social media platforms

Job description

# Program Director, WPEN-FM 97.5, PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia, PA · Philadelphia, PAPosted about 9 hours agoBeasley Media Group## Job DescriptionProgram Director, WPEN-FM 97.5, Philadelphia Description: WPEN-FM, 97.5 Philadelphia’s sports station is searching for its next superstar Program Director. This PD will oversee all on-air elements with a strong focus on talent development, digital sales, digital content, and revenue growth. WPEN’s new Program Director will be expected to be accessible and sales friendly. This candidate must be strategic and analytical but also must possess creativity and the instinct to win. You will be in charge of One of America's Best Sports Stations in America's most passionate sports market! Qualifications: • At least three (3) years of proven success as a PD or APD/MD • Proficiency with Adobe Audition, Nielsen software, and all Social Media platforms • Team player, working closely with the Market Manager, the other Program Directors in the cluster, Sales Managers, AEs, Promotions, Engineering, Consultants, and the Corporate Management team • Knowledge on best practices in audience measurement • Proven track record in sports talk format • Experience dealing with professional sports franchises • Experience in talent coaching and development • Experience working with high profile talent • Understanding of the administrative duties of the position including budget management and company policy. Last Date for consideration: Open until filled. Send resume and cover letter to: [email protected] Beasley Media Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer