JOB SUMMARY
The Music Programmer is responsible for showcasing the best of Canadian music, from new and emerging to the classic hits. This role encompasses a range of duties, from coordinating schedules and activities for speciality satellite and digital channels, to occasional hosting/co-hosting, as well as overseeing the day-to-day operation of channel activity. This position requires a deep knowledge of culture and music across multiple genres.
JOB DETAILS
Accountabilities
Programming:
- Coordinate and perform all necessary programming activities to maintain program schedules in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain channel logs for live airplay and orderly transition and activation of program content.
- Manage regulatory compliance across music programming.
- Select, edit, assemble and ingest material into database for airplay using appropriate software.
- Log metadata associated with selections in company programming database.
- Operate equipment to edit audio for on-air programming, ensuring high-quality content related to specialty shows, promotions, liners and other on-air deliverables.
- Monitor music-related industries and trends for new and emerging material.
- Attend weekly music meetings, prepare status updates as required.
Production:
- Develop and maintain an annual programming calendar by identifying cultural moments, holidays, artist milestones, album anniversaries and other timely opportunities, creating original programming concepts.
- Plan, organize and coordinate the production of channel programs as required.
- Conduct research for programs; assist in determining required coverage.
- Determine treatment, scope and scheduling of production, edit audio as needed.
- Monitor channel programming to ensure proper audio quality is being maintained.
- Coordinate use of available guests related to broadcast content, both in-studio and remote.
- Collaborate with Digital Content Producer on various opportunities to build off-platform audiences.
- Cultivate and maintain regular contact with music industry stakeholders.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Project & Partnership Management:
- Coordinate project details for specialty programming, in collaboration with cross-functional and external teams.
- Attend regular partner planning meetings as needed.
- Manage partner relationships with music industry representatives; stay current via relevant industry sources.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Level of Education
- Completion of a post-secondary broadcasting arts program
Job Related Experience
- 2-5 years’ relevant experience
- Firm knowledge of CRTC regulations
- Knowledge of new Canadian music, across multiple genres
- On-air experience and asset, but not required
Skills and Background
- Strong understanding of music scheduling software required.
- Ability to operate audio equipment used for live and pre-recorded broadcasts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Effective problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to changing situations.
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
- Ability to work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Good understanding of various social media platforms and trends.
- Thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (Google Workspace, Slack, Monday.com, etc.).
Communications
This position is frequently called upon to reach agreement with others in order to complete work activities; requires presenting a point of view at times and influence others to adopt a course of action.
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