CUMULUS | Syracuse currently features 4 stations in the Syracuse area and surrounding counties. Our stations include: 93.1 WNTQ-FM "93Q", 95.7 WAQX "95X", 1260 WSKO-AM "The Score", and our stream only station "The Rebel". The cluster of 4 stations reaches thousands of listeners on a daily basis.
Position Overview
CUMULUS MEDIA | Syracuse is in search of a hard-working Part-Time Promotions Assistant. If you are looking to get a foot in the door to the radio industry, have an outgoing personality and have a passion for radio, this is a great opportunity for you! This job will consist of general office duties as well as going out into the community to interact with listeners and promote our stations.
The Promotions Assistant travels around the area and represents the Cumulus stations at specified events, acting as Brand Ambassadors. This includes set-up and breakdown of pop-up tents and tables, hanging banners, interacting with listeners and executing on-site activations. To join the team, you must be able to lift 50 pounds, and be on your feet for extended periods of time.
In the office, the Promotions Assistant handles prize fulfillment, event preparation, contest building, attending weekly promotions meetings, posting on radio station social media platforms, brainstorming new ideas, and other promotion-oriented tasks. The position also includes running errands and helping with vehicle maintenance.
Would you describe yourself as an extrovert? Are you social media savvy? We're looking for charismatic applicants, with smiling faces and outgoing personalities. If you love talking to people and listening to great radio, this could be the perfect job for you. If you desire a job where no day is the same as the last, this could be for you! This position is a great foot in the door to an exciting career in media!
Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in planning, organizing & execution of promotional events and digital campaigns
Execute proper technical and physical set-up and breakdown of remote broadcasts and station events; ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues on the fly
Represent stations at events in an upbeat, outgoing and friendly manner
Data Entry of Promotional events and contesting
Create e-blasts, social media posts & website posts; review promotional information and graphics
Inventory and maintenance of prize closet, calendars, events for current and upcoming promotions
Assisting the Promotions and Marketing Department with projects as needed in the office
Assist with vehicle inspections, fuel and coordinating maintenance
Ability to drive station vehicles with attached trailer
Maintain and storage of station equipment
Qualifications:
No experience necessary, however Customer Service experience helpful
Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Reliable; have a flexible schedule and be available to work at least 20 hours per week, including days, nights, weekends and holidays
May require lifting or moving up to 50 pounds
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Outgoing, energetic, detail-oriented and responsible
Proficient using computers and Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Multi-tasking abilities
Event experience a plus
Works well with a variety of personalities
Passion and desire to perform at a high level in a competitive environment
Positive attitude, even in stressful situations, is a must
Desire and bravado to share innovative ideas with team
Ability to ask for clarification, when needed
Strong Social Media skills
Pay Range
USD $15.00 - USD $15.00 /Hr.
What We Offer
Competitive Pay
Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask "what if" and try innovative solutions
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
401K with company match
Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program
For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/
EEO Statement
CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).