R1 Promotions Lead, Programming&Legal Liaison

Urban One; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban One is seeking a Promotions Lead, Programming & Legal Liaison in Indianapolis to coordinate on-air promotions, contesting, and legal compliance across all stations. You will work with Programming, Legal, Digital and Sales to ensure accurate scheduling, documentation, and production of promotional content and agreements.

The role also involves backup support for contest execution and prize fulfillment, developing promotional campaigns, maintaining calendars, and representing the company at

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required; college degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license and state-mandated automobile insurance.
• At least 3 years experience in marketing, media, or entertainment industry.
• 2-3 years of administrative experience in a professional setting; drafting and contract review required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work with clients and station teams.

Responsibilities

• Draft and submit contest rules, club agreements, and promotional contracts for legal review and compliance.
• Schedule on-air promotional content including liners, contesting, and sponsored promotions.
• Write engaging and brand-aligned liners and promotional scripts.
• Coordinate with Program Directors and APDs to gather content and ensure timely production delivery.
• Schedule remotes and appearances for Program Directors and APDs as part of station strategy.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to secure promotional prizes and align with campaign objectives.
• Create and present promotional campaign proposals to the Director of Marketing.
• Provide promotional coordination support for assigned stations; maintain calendars.
• Take meeting notes and distribute recaps for weekly promotions meetings.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

3+ years driving experience

Flexible schedule

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork / collaborate

MS Office Suite

Canva

Adobe

Excel spreadsheets

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Canva

Adobe

Excel

Job description

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Full Time Clerical Indianapolis, IN, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1235

Salary: $50,000.00 Annually

Job Position: Promotions Lead,Programming and Legal Liaison

Department: Promotions

Reports to: Marketing and Promotions Director

FLSA: Exempt

Status: Full-time

Work Location: Indianapolis, IN

OVERVIEW:

The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty-five years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple – to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees’ biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

The Promotions Lead, Programming & Legal Liaison is responsible for coordinating on-air promotions, contesting, and legal compliance across all Radio One stations in Indianapolis. This role works closely with Programming, Legal, Digital and Sales to ensure accurate scheduling, documentation, and production of all promotional content and agreements. It also serves as backup support for contest execution and prize fulfillment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft and submit contest rules, club agreements, and promotional contracts for legal review and compliance.
• Schedule on-air promotional content including liners, contesting, and sponsored promotions.
• Write engaging and brand-aligned liners and promotional scripts.
• Work with Program Directors and APDs to gather content and ensure timely production delivery.
• Schedule remotes and appearances for Program Directors and APDs as part of station promotional strategy.
• Collaborate with the Sales and Marketing teams to secure promotional prizes and ensure alignment with campaign objectives.
• Create and present promotional campaign proposals to the Director of Marketing.
• Provide promotional coordination support for assigned stations as needed.
• Maintain on-air giveaway calendars and ensure all scheduled elements are updated and tracked.
• Take meeting notes and distribute recaps for weekly promotions meetings.
• Communicate upcoming promotions and deadlines with internal teams.
• Represent the company professionally at community and charitable events.
• Assist with social media activation and content coverage in collaboration with the Digital team.
• Attend and contribute to meetings with community leaders and clients for upcoming campaigns and promotions.
• Review and provide feedback on Promotion Request Forms in collaboration with the Marketing Director.
• Provide backup support for prize fulfillment and contesting operations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must have at least 3 years of driving experience
• Flexible schedule, with the ability and willingness to work varied hours on the weekdays, and weekends
• Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and effectively manage time
• Self-starter, with the ability to take and follow direction
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with the station’s clients and listeners
• Can work well independently and as an integral part of the team
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, and lift/move up to 50 lbs
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Canva, Adobe, and Excel spreadsheets
• Complies with Network and Urban One’s mandatory training and adheres to related course deadlines
• Strong leadership, communication, and time-management skills.
• Submit to a criminal background check
• Legal right to work in the United States

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A High School Diploma or GED is required. College degree; preferred. Valid driver's license and state-mandated automobile insurance. At least 3 years experience in marketing, media, or entertainment industry. 2-3 years of administrative experience in a professional setting. Drafting and contract review required.