Radio Station Manager, 35 hours per week, driver required
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The Radio Station Manager is responsible for the overall running and management of AFG’s radio station ensuring that the station achieves the highest standards of content production through creative leadership.
Working in collaboration with the People We Support and key stakeholders such as other support providers and professionals you will lead on the day to day operations of the station.
Principal Accountabilities
* Oversee the daily operations for the radio station, including all aspects of programming and staffing
* Setting briefs for shows and projects, working closely with the people we support to develop engaging content that resonates with our audience
* Co-ordinate with on-air talent and production teams to ensure high quality broadcast standards
* Develop and implement strategies to increase audience engagement
* Generate ideas for compelling and diverse content that meets the needs and interests of our listeners
* Develop and implement strategies to increase audience engagement
* Working with the radio team on playlist, guest strategy, implementation, and industry relationships.
* Working on wider company projects around Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion and commercial strategy, including collaboration with other agencies within the health and social care sector.
* Analysing audience metrics and providing feedback to inform programming decisions and strategy
* Keeping on top of talent trends and relationships with existing and potential on-air/ online talent and agents.
* Fostering relationships with local businesses, organisations and communities to enhance station visibility and collaboration
* Working closely with the marketing team to promote the station
* Act as the public face of the station, representing the station at community events, meetings etc
* Responding to commercial or partnership opportunity briefs and coordinating their implementation on air and online.
* Sourcing funding and grant opportunities
* Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards
Skills and Knowledge
* Strong interpersonal skills and strength of character, with the ability to motivate others to achieve their best
* Being decisive yet having humility to take on board others views and feedback
* Excellent planning and organisational skills
* Excellent communication skills with an ability to connect with diverse audiences
* A thorough understanding of network strategies with the experience and creativity to bring them to air
* Ability to prioritise own workload and deliver to tight deadlines
* An excellent problem solver, with the ability to resolve conflict and react positively to change
* Excellent editorial judgement and detailed knowledge of the Ofcom Broadcasting Code
Values and Attitudes
* Takes personal responsibility and holds others to account.
* Is solution focused and has a “can do attitude”
* Is able to inspire others with their passion and enthusiasm
* Demonstrates honesty and integrity and demonstrates through their behaviours the organisational values
* Embraces change, viewing it as an opportunity to learn and develop
* Accurate and methodical in approach to work
Experience
* At least 2 years’ experience in radio broadcasting
* At least 2 years’ experience of leadership and management
* Experience of co-production with people with a disability
* Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance requirements
* Demonstratable experience of process improvement to make efficiencies across the organisation through automation of processes
* Proficiency in audio editing software such as Adobe Audition, and confident using Adobe Creative Cloud
* Experience of radio playout systems and studio broadcasting equipment
* Experience in developing or contributing to business cases and options appraisals
With our extended flexible working options, you can also choose to work a 9-day fortnight or a 4.5-day week, supporting our employees with their work life balance.
Due to occasional travel being involved we require a driver with the use of a vehicle.
This role is Band I as per our structure.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology and Other
* Industries
Civic and Social Organizations and Non-profit Organizations
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