Are you a passionate radio leader ready to make a real impact in the Midwest?
We’re on the hunt for a dynamic, creative, and experienced on-air Operations Manager. This is your chance to shape the sound of stations with strong community ties, incredible talent, and a loyal listener base — all while working with a team that values innovation, collaboration, and results.
If you're energized by the idea of building great radio, mentoring talent, and connecting with audiences across platforms, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Responsibilities (to include but not limited to):
- Oversee the day-to-day programming and execution of stations to deliver consistently compelling and on-brand content.
- Mentor our other programming leaders
- Set an expectation of community focus
- Work hand in hand with our sales team to strike a balance for maximum engagement and results for our clients
- Be a passionate advocate for radio and a fierce competitor.
- Collaborate with on-air talent, imaging producers, digital content producers, imaging producers, and corporate programmers to maintain fresh, creative, and market-relevant programming.
- Create content that connects with our listeners on the radio, on social, and through video.
- Use real-time data (music testing, streaming metrics, social trends, and ratings) to make informed decisions that grow audience and influence.
- Ensure FCC compliance and uphold company standards and values.
Qualifications:
- A proven programmer with 5+ years of experience in music radio.
- Strong multitasker that can handle working with the talent, producing content both on air and on social, assisting sales, and creating effective promotions.
- Fluent in music scheduling, imaging, and radio automation.
- Working with a team to succeed at a common goal.
Benefits:
Alpha Media invests in people who invest in themselves and offers employees a competitive package of health and welfare benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Careers page.
- Employer-sponsored medical, dental & vision insurance with a variety of coverage options and additional benefits to choose from.
- Starting with 17 days of PTO, 11 Company Holidays, and a Birthday Day for you to use during your birth month.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for full-time and part-time employees and all household members at no cost.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer matching.
- Alpha Cares – paid volunteer hours.
- Pet adoption subsidy.
Who We Are:
Alpha Media is a diverse multimedia company that shares music, sports, and news content across various platforms. Alpha owns and operates over 200 live broadcast radio stations and digital properties across the United States. We believe in hiring top talent who are innovative and vibrant, and we strive to create progressive products and world-class events while building strong relationships in our communities. Additionally, our Alpha Digital division specializes in building custom audiences and implementing digital strategies such as web design, SEO/SEM, mobile, social media, video, OTT/CTV, and more to generate leads for businesses. We are committed to the "Live and Local" philosophy and approach clients' digital needs strategically to expand brand awareness and drive conversions.
Alpha values Integrity, a Can Do Attitude, Passion, Competitiveness, Creativity, and embraces that work can be FUN. If these qualities are important to you and you feel you check off the qualities we are looking for, apply now, and let's talk.
Alpha Media is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at 1-877-459-5750 or alpha.recruitment@alphamediausa.com and include your full name, contact information, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.
