General Manager Job at RPMGlobal, Washington DC

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  • RPMGlobal
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Department: General and Administrative Reports to: Co-President FLSA: Exempt(EXE) Status: Full-Time Work Location: Washington, DC

OVERVIEW:

The Urban One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One and CLEO TV, and may even be the name behind your favorite website with our digital platform iOne. Information is power, and our mission here at Urban One, Inc. is simple – to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Urban One, we pride ourselves on hiring dedicated people who continue to challenge the norm while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The General Manager will oversee all aspects of a multi-station audio group, including radio, digital, low-powered television stations (where applicable), and other audio platforms, ensuring its financial success, operational efficiency, and brand positioning. This role requires a forward strategic thinker with a deep understanding of all aspects of the audio industry, strong leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional content.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan aligned with the company's overall goals. Ensure that all direct reports have all the necessary skills to perform at the highest level of professionalism and competence at all times by supporting and coaching them on an ongoing basis. Lead an effective Organizational structure for the overall market. Establish professional relationships and manage the company's vision with clients, other media organizations, board members, political community leaders, and anyone who engages with the market and its stations. Identify opportunities for growth and innovation, including digital initiatives and emerging technologies. Monitor industry trends and the competitive landscapes to maintain a competitive edge. Recruit, hire, and develop a talented team. Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management. Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation. Oversee the development and management of annual budgets for each station in the market, ensure that an accurate monthly forecast is prepared and reviewed with Corporate Finance, and manage, monitor, and meet. Monitor revenue and expenses to ensure profitability and maximize return on investment, consistent with corporate goals. Negotiate contracts with vendors, advertisers, and talent to optimize costs and revenue. Programming and Content: Collaborate with programming directors to develop engaging and relevant content that attracts and retains listeners. Ensure adherence to FCC regulations and industry standards and follow the FCC, Corporate, and Human Resources guidelines to protect against legal actions. Monitor ratings and audience feedback to make data-driven programming decisions. Sales and Marketing: Lead the sales team to achieve revenue goals. Develop and implement effective marketing and promotional strategies to promote the stations and attract advertisers. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and community partners. Operations: Oversee daily operations, including engineering, production, and traffic. Ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation. Maintain a positive and productive work environment. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES/EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 10 years of experience in the radio/audio industry, with at least 6 years in a management role, preferably as a General Manager. Proven track record of success in driving revenue and audience growth. Strong financial acumen and analytical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to lead and motivate teams. Strong understanding of FCC, SEC, and EEO regulations and industry best practices. Must be a creative thinker and possess a high level of Emotional IQ. Ability to multi-task, be flexible, and work long hours, including some weekends, evenings, and holidays. Submit to a criminal background check. Legal right to work in the United States. Salary Range: $170,000 - $280,000 Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits offerings include Major Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401K, PTO, elective supplemental options, and bonus as applicable. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. The company reserves the right to modify duties and this job description without advance notice. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr RPMGlobal

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

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