Director of Sales | THE COLUMBUS RADIO GROUP
The Columbus Radio Group is seeking a Director of Sales for our 4-station cluster of heritage radio stations. Columbus, Ohio is officially the fastest growing city in America, and we need an enthusiastic and persistent sales leader to grow with us! You must exhibit the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, have strong leadership skills, high-energy, creativity, and the ability to train and motivate the sales team. Minimum 3-5 years radio and digital sales experience mandatory. We need a dynamic leader with a history of driving revenue growth and cultivating a positive culture in the broadcast industry. Full benefit package available.
Interested candidates should send their resumes and cover letter to:
Todd Markiewicz, President & General Manager
TMarkiewicz@columbusradiogroup.com
The Columbus Radio Group is a subsidiary of Saga Communications, Inc. and is comprised of WLVQ/WSNY/WVMX/WNND-NNP in Columbus, OH. Saga Communications, Inc. is a broadcast company whose business is primarily devoted to acquiring, developing, and operating radio stations. Saga currently owns or operates broadcast properties in 27 markets with more than 100 brands across the United States.
No phone calls please. The Columbus Radio Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Digital Content Manager – Columbus, OH
Columbus Radio Group (Sunny 95/Mix 107.9/Qfm96/Rewind 103.5/104.3) has an immediate opening for an on-site DIGITAL CONTENT MANAGER.
Our ideal candidate will…
- Have positive & forward-thinking, cross-functional communication with our Marketing, Programming, and Sales staffs + the ability to work independently and collaboratively in our fast-paced environment.
- Execute our team-driven Social Media Strategy for four radio brands & other media products.
- Be responsible for our Digital Content Creation, Analysis, & Optimization (for websites, e-newsletters, social media, blogs, podcasts and video).
- Have demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere Pro or similar video editing software, Adobe Audition, Adobe Acrobat; analytics tools including Google Analytics, and social networking platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and X.
- Preferably have knowledge of WordPress CMS, although not required.
- Have excellent oral and written communications skills; proven writing, editing, proofreading and copywriting skills covering news, lifestyle, sports, and entertainment.
- Have an eye for artistic Graphic Design.
- Strive to remain at the top of industry trends with an ability to learn and follow best practices.
- Be open to working on-site with occasional evening and weekend event responsibilities.
- Have a Bachelor’s degree preferably in journalism, digital media, graphic design, marketing or communications.
Send resumes to Michelle.Hurley@ColumbusRadioGroup.com
The Columbus Radio Group is a subsidiary of Saga Communications, Inc. and is comprised of WLVQ/WSNY/WVMX/WNND-NNP in Columbus, OH. Saga Communications, Inc. is a broadcast company whose business is primarily devoted to acquiring, developing, and operating radio stations. Saga currently owns or operates broadcast properties in 27 markets with more than 100 brands across the United States.
No phone calls please. The Columbus Radio Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sales Assistant
The Columbus Radio Group WLVQ/WSNY/WVMX/WNND-NNP in Columbus, OH is seeking a full-time, highly energetic, and reliable team player to provide support to the Sales staff in all areas that include research, promotions, traffic, sales proposals, and new business development. Qualified candidates will represent the Sales staff to Local Advertisers and Agencies in a professional manner. Duties include but are not limited to managing customer relations, order entry including adding and/or modifying contracts and traffic instructions, updating marketing and research materials, preparing, and distributing reports, answering phones, and engaging with listeners, clients and other guests of the radio group. Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements/Qualifications:
The position requires proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) including other programs such as Marketron traffic (preferred but not required). Well qualified candidates should be a self-starter who learns quickly and has the ability to work independently and multi-task and work well under pressure, strong written and verbal communications, a high level of organization and time management skills with attention to detail as well as excellent interpersonal skills. Prior administrative assistance experience preferred especially in the area of sales.
Interested candidates should send their resumes and cover letter to:
Melissa Andrix, Office Manager – Mandrix@columbusradiogroup.com
The Columbus Radio Group is a subsidiary of Saga Communications, Inc. and is comprised of WLVQ/WSNY/WVMX/WNND-NNP in Columbus, OH. Saga Communications, Inc. is a broadcast company whose business is primarily devoted to acquiring, developing, and operating radio stations. Saga currently owns or operates broadcast properties in 27 markets with more than 100 brands across the United States.
No phone calls please.
The Columbus Radio Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Account Executive
If you have a passion for helping clients & partners succeed & the drive to be successful yourself, we’d love to meet you! Experience in consumer sales is preferred as well as an understanding of the sales process and dynamics. We are the absolute best at customer service, so we look for excellent written and verbal communication skills and someone that’s able to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment. The knowledge & energy of our team is incredible and we’re growing! Please send your resumé to: michelle.hurley@columbusradiogroup.com.
Street Team 2024
If you are motivated to extend your education in broadcasting, marketing, or communications beyond the classroom, and you have a desire to get your foot in the door at Columbus’ most-respected group of radio stations, you would make a great member of the Columbus Radio Group promotional Summer Street Team!
Our vision. It is the vision of the Columbus Radio Group program to:
* Educate. Providing a fun, well-rounded introduction to all facets of broadcasting by constantly teaching the values and properties of the industry, through experience and example.
* Prepare. Utilizing the strengths of Columbus Radio Group to help promotional staff acquire additional skills and confidence to succeed in the real world.
* Respect. Recognizing Street Team staff as invaluable members of our team, staff will be treated with fairness and equality.
The Perks. You will get the chance to attend station events, concerts, movie premieres, and private VIP listener parties. Plus, you will have the opportunity to interact and network with department heads, on-air staff, and industry insiders, all excited to help you advance your broadcast/communications career!
The Work. You will interact with the hundreds of thousands of listeners of Columbus Radio Group’s four stations. By executing marketing campaigns and on-the-street promotions for the stations, our clients, and various charity organizations, you will become a vital asset to our success! And – of course – there’s the not-so-glamorous work too. It is hard work – but very rewarding.
To Apply. If you are excited to learn, become a part of the big picture, and – most importantly – have fun, apply now! Send your resume, cover letter, and references to:
Andre Friederich
Event Director
4401 Carriage Hill Lane
Columbus, OH 43220
Andre.Friederich@ColumbusRadioGroup.com
No phone calls please. EOE.
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Columbus Radio Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to creating a fair, inclusive work environment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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THE COLUMBUS RADIO GROUP
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COLUMBUS OH 43220
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