Program Director
Core
Strategic and day-to-day leadership for broadcast programming and on-air operations of public radio stations (KUNR, KNCJ, KNCC), shaping station sound, programming strategy, and audience experience.
Role type
Senior Program Director (Public Radio)
Builds
Broadcast programming schedules, local storytelling content, podcasts, and partnerships for Northern Nevada community.
Domain
Public Media / Radio Broadcasting
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (broadcast programming)
Required skills
Editorial and programming judgment, leadership, technical aptitude, journalistic integrity, creativity, on-air hosting, fundraising, community engagement, mentoring on-air talent, strategic planning, FCC compliance knowledge
Preferred skills
Experience with broadcast automation systems, emerging technologies in public media, audience data analysis
Technologies
Broadcast automation systems, audio production tools
Responsibilities
Shape programming strategy balancing local and national content; develop and mentor on-air talent; champion local programming and new content initiatives; collaborate with newsroom, engineering, and development teams; engage with community through events and partnerships; guide station future using audience data and evolving practices; serve as on-air host.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
