Assistant Music Programmer, Music Programming
Description
- Reports to Coordinator Manager for technical aspects of job and works with Music Programmers and Directors to understand programming philosophies for making creative programming decisions.
- Uses music scheduling and playback software to ensure that songs are properly rotated and sequenced to appeal to the target audience.
- Listens to music determining the appropriate song characteristics and enters information into music scheduling software; also maintains required BMI/ASCAP and RIAA data, in addition to generating reports as required.
- Uses judgment skills to edit audio content including voice breaks, artist interviews, song intro/fades and determines where to insert the correct digital markers that sound the most appealing based on music/content selection and channel genre.
- Creatively writes station sweepers, imaging, promos.
- Writes DJ liner copy and Music highlights for on-air and web.
- Write, obtain/record, schedule and archive Artist IDs and Interviews.
- Acts as liaison to music artists during celebrity visits and communicates with music labels, representing SiriusXM.
- Participates in weekly Music meetings; recommends music for airplay that will best meet the music tastes of target audience; monitors format charts, trade journals and music sales figures to be as knowledgeable as possible about assigned format(s).
- Compiles/tallies, analyzes and responds to listener E-quests (email requests) for on-air talent use or for Program Directors use to track requested titles for countdown shows, etc..
- Monitors listener calls, selecting the best calls based on target audience & positioning of the channel it will air on; presents the audio to Music Programmer.
- Interacts with on-air hosts ensuring schedules, liner copy and daily music logs are received and understood; coaches Hosts if needed.
- Research, edits and disseminates show prep materials and broadcast copy to on-air talent.
- Monitors assigned channel(s) for content, technical quality control and editing precision; makes recommendations for improvement to Music Programmer.
- Ensures live music broadcasts on assigned channels air smoothly; train employees in the art of board operation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- 6-12 months of music programming related experience at a satellite, traditional commercial, and/or college radio station.
- Strong interest in learning all aspects of music programming and a desire to grow into a Program Director position.
- Strong interest in music and pop culture.
- Good public speaking and presentation skills.
- Interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to project professionalism over the phone and in person.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to take initiative and to follow through on projects.
- Creative writing ability.
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and task-switch, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have legal right to work in the U.S.
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