Assistant Program Director - KAWO

Assistant Program Director - KAWO

Are you a dynamic radio personality with strong leadership instincts, creative vision, and a passion for engaging audiences on-air, online, and in the community? KAWO is looking for an Assistant Program Director who brings both personality and professionalism—someone who knows how to entertain, inspire talent, and build a brand while preparing for the next step into a full Program Director role.

This role is ideal for a strong radio operator and content creator who thrives in front of the mic, connects authentically with listeners, and understands how live events, compelling content, and digital engagement work together to grow audience and revenue.

The Opportunity:

As Assistant Program Director, you’ll play a key leadership role for KAWO while maintaining a consistent on-air presence. You’ll collaborate closely with the Director of Content to shape programming strategy, coach talent, and elevate the station’s sound and community presence. This position offers a clear path for growth into a Program Director role based on performance, leadership, and brand results.

This is not a remote position. If you’re interested, please share an achievement-oriented resume filled with accomplishments and quantifiable ratings and digital success, a link to your show audio (SoundCloud/drop box/etc.), and examples of your digital skills (including writing and video). 

What You’ll Do: 

Programming & Leadership

• Support the Director of Content in overseeing programming strategy and day-to-day brand execution for KAWO
• Serve as a key leadership voice in building a positive, high-performing, and professional station culture
• Participate in regular strategy sessions, airchecks, and brainstorming meetings with talent, leadership, and sales
• Assist with talent coaching, recruitment, and development
• Help ensure compliance with FCC rules and station standards

On-Air, Content & Audience Engagement

• Host an engaging, entertaining, and relatable on-air afternoon show that reflects the KAWO brand
• Write and publish at least two original articles per weekday air shift for the station website
• Create compelling content across digital platforms, including social media, mobile app, and video when applicable
• Actively engage with listeners daily via social media, the station app, and on-air interaction
• Integrate digital and social content seamlessly into on-air programming

Events, Promotions & Revenue Support

• Represent KAWO at station events, remotes, and community appearances with a high-energy, professional presence
• Host and emcee live events, client promotions, and partner activations
• Collaborate with sales leadership to support revenue through programming, promotions, endorsements, features, and events

What We’re Looking For:

• A strong radio professional with a dynamic personality and natural audience connection
• Leadership mindset with interest in growing into a Program Director role
• Ability to balance creativity with organization, deadlines, and accountability
• Comfortable being both a team leader and a frontline performer

Qualifications 

• 5+ years of full-time radio experience
• Proven, quantifiable success in on-air performance, audience growth, or brand impact
• Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations
• Strong writing skills and comfort publishing digital content
• Excellent verbal communication and public speaking skills
• Ability to host live events and interact confidently with listeners, clients, and partners
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work effectively with all levels of management
• Proficiency with control boards, remote broadcasting, and production equipment
• High School Diploma required
• Valid state driver’s license required

Physical Requirements

• May require lifting or moving up to 25 lbs.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time 

Benefits 

• 3 weeks of PTO (+ 9 paid holidays)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Casual, high-energy work environment
• Opportunity for upward mobility
• Company provided laptop
• Competitive salary + bonus program
• Company discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Time off for volunteering
• And much more… 

About Us 

Townsquare is a community-focused digital media, digital marketing solutions and radio company focused outside the Top 50 markets in the U.S. Our assets include Townsquare Interactive, a digital marketing services subscription business providing web sites, search engine optimization, social platforms and online reputation management for approximately 21,900 SMBs; Townsquare IGNITE, a proprietary digital programmatic advertising technology with an in-house demand and data management platform; and Townsquare Media, our portfolio of 357 local terrestrial radio stations in 74 cities with corresponding local news and entertainment websites and apps including legendary brands such as WYRK.com, WJON.com, and NJ101.5.com, along with a network of national music brands  
including XXLmag.com, TasteofCountry.com, UltimateClassicRock.com and Loudwire.com. 

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