Program Director - San Diego

Program Director - San Diego role at iHeart Media

iHeart

Media, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month – a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company, almost three times the size of the largest TV network, and almost four times the size of the largest ad‑supported music streaming service. We hold more #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined, are the largest podcast publisher, and host some of the most popular branded live music events in America, including the iHeart

Radio Music Festival, the iHeart

Radio Music Awards, the iHeart

Country Festival, iHeart

Radio Fiesta Latina, and the iHeart

Radio Jingle Ball Tour. We are committed to diversity and inclusive programming, and our values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes, and respect for everyone.

Are you ready to lead the sound of San Diego’s rock scene? We’re looking for a dynamic Program Director to shape the on‑air experience for KGB FM and KIOZ. In this role, you’ll drive the creative vision, oversee programming and content strategy, and manage talent across broadcast and digital platforms. From curating playlists and ensuring FCC compliance to coaching on‑air personalities and building community presence, you’ll be the heartbeat of our stations.

If you’re passionate about rock, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and know how to balance artistry with business goals, this is your chance to make an impact.

• Lead all aspects of the KGB FM & KIOZ on‑air experience in a leadership and operations role, responsible for talent, content, programming, and online presence
• Review and determine all commercial and paid programming content; decide music playlists; schedule programming that conforms with FCC rules, company policy, and applicable laws; protect the station license
• Plan and oversee tone, programming, production, sound and theme, website, online presence, and social media
• Field record label calls, schedule music, and check social media to ensure music remains consistent with the station’s brand
• Identify, recruit and coach on‑air talent, producers, news directors, and reporters, and frequently listen to airchecks/sessions with on‑air talent
• Provide direction to DJ and audio engineer on content
• Partner with Market President, Senior Vice President of Programming and Sales to support local and corporate business goals, increase market share, listeners, ratings, adviser satisfaction, and revenue while aligning programming fit with client, station, and audience; create talent and station marketing, promotion, and image campaigns
• Determine and maintain creative vision for station to enhance station image and visibility within the community
• Evaluate programming available from distributors, syndicators and independent producers to recommend acquisitions for broadcast
• Schedule staff for on‑air shifts, remotes and appearances
• Ensure staff has taken, passed and maintained all company programs, plans and training (e.g., FCC and DMCA)
• Prepare and manage Programming Department budget on a yearly, quarterly and monthly basis
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with producers, artists’ managers, composers and other industry contacts
• Handle all payables according to company policy
• Host daily on‑air show
• Represent the station in the community at concerts, events and promotions

• Minimum of 10 years prior high‑level experience in radio
• Ease with a wide range of radio formats, including music, news, weather and sports
• Familiarity with internet radio and music streaming
• Strong managerial skills, including diplomacy, critical thinking and leadership
• Great communication skills
• Experience with research and analytics
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office application, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Share Point

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Subject matter expertise to conceive and communicate original ideas
• A growth mindset with knowledge sharing and mentorship within the team
• Open communication about a variety of complex…