Program Director Beat

Program Director – The Beat

The Beat 92.5, a Cogeco Media Inc. radio station in Montréal, is looking for a Program Director to shadow and support the Vice President, Digital Strategy and musical stations in all aspects of the station’s listener experience, including talent, programming, production and online/social media presence.

• Participate in the design and implementation of the station's strategic plan to ensure its development, growth and profitability, and ensure the execution of the annual programming plan.
• Support with concrete interventions all hosts, columnists and news readers so that the on-air content is impactful and in line with the station's business plan.
• Continuously monitor the airwaves, intervene as needed with on-air personnel, and produce listening reports.
• Lead animation team production meetings.
• Manage programming budgets.
• Ensure the on-air optimization of the station's sound image.
• Lead the personnel under supervision to ensure great internal cohesion between all stakeholders in order to ultimately produce high-quality on-air content.
• Ensure the smooth running of operations related to the station's programming as well as promotional interventions aimed at properly positioning and growing the station in its market.
• Be on the lookout for new talent and ways to constantly energize the content of the various programs in force.
• Ensure compliance of programs with CRTC regulatory requirements.
• Promote antenna content on different platforms and social media, in collaboration with the digital team.
• Develop a stimulating, dynamic work environment conducive to the performance and development of the stations.
• Represent the station in various events in the Montreal region.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in radio programming.
• Excellent knowledge of Music Master, Dalet and Social Media platforms.
• Knowledge and appreciation of Hot AC format and ability to relate to the station’s audience.
• High degree of planning and organizing skills; can multitask and meet specific deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• In‑depth knowledge of the radio industry, very well informed of the realities and developments in the Montreal artistic community.
• Experience in regulated music markets.
• Superior oral and written communication skills, excellent grammar in English. Bilingualism an asset.
• Great capacity to work in teams and mobilize human resources.

• Vibrant and dynamic environment.
• Passionate teams.
• RRSP with employer contribution.
• Flexible and comprehensive group insurance program.
• Access to telemedicine.
• Cogeco Group share purchase program.
• Unlimited access to an online learning platform (Linked In Learning).
• Activities, draws, and contests.

Montréal, QC

Cogeco Média Acquisitions inc.

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