Gig Alert: Program Director, WTMD/Baltimore

Add this to the expanding list of major market programming openings in Public Radio…

By Paul Marszalek
TheTop22.com

With programming jobs available at WXPN, WNXP, The Colorado Sound, and KCMP/The Current, yet another prime content gig is available — this time at Baltimore’s WTMD.

Last year, the station was acquired by local NPR affiliate WYPR, bringing resources to tee up the Triple A NON-COMM for success. A very good, well-paying opportunity with high upside and low drama.

According to the posting, “The Program Director is responsible for the overall sound and quality of WTMD’s non-commercial Music Discovery service on radio and digital platforms. This includes supervision of on-air hosts and music programming staff, ensuring the format is successfully implemented and audience-focused, and collaborating with other departments to help achieve audience, revenue, and organizational goals.”

Necessary qualifications include:

• A minimum of five years of experience as a leader in the Music Discovery format
• On-air experience, strong interviewing skills and a track record of developing talent
• Ability to create digital and social media content that engages audiences
• Effective managerial and organizational skills, and the ability to think creatively and proactively solve problems
• Ability to lead a team with diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
• Knowledge of FCC guidelines and requirements
• Demonstrated proficiency with technical and broadcast equipment
• Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly

The pay range is between $75,000 and $100,000, depending on experience.

Learn more and apply through the WYPR/WTMD HR site.