Multimedia Host & Community Sales Strategist

Job Position: Multimedia Host & Community Sales Strategist

Department: Sales and Marketing

Reports to: Local Sales Manager

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Status: Part-time

Work Location: Columbus, OH

OVERVIEW:

The Radio 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 may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple – to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees’ biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare and present sales proposals to clients

Creation of client-focused sales plans to meet/exceed goals in conjunction with Target and Key Account development

Represent the Station when attending relevant industry and community related events.

Involve the Stations in the community through sponsorships of charity events.

Excel at prospecting and aggressively seeking new clientele by networking

Build and maintain relationships with clients to ensure long-term partnerships

Writes script, contests and interview questions

Collaborate with producers and co-hosts to develop and execute well-structured, dynamic show rundowns

Prepares and creates a topical show by gathering information from wire copy, periodicals, computer and television

Adhere to all FCC regulations and company policies regarding content, advertising disclosures, and ethical broadcasting standards.

Reads news flash to keep audience informed of relevant news

Record interviews of relevant guests and edits interviews

Interviews guest, and moderates panel or discussion show to entertain audience

Answers phone lines and interviews members of listening audience who telephone musical requests. Airs contests according to the specifications of the program director

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Present a positive and professional attitude and presence at all station events

High-level written and verbal communication skills, and in particular the ability to

communicate around multiple creative projects in a time-sensitive manner

Strong attention to detail and solid organizational and project management skills

Be able flexible with work hours/duties

Able to work independently with little supervision

Must be open and responsive to coaching

Working knowledge of Windows, Outlook, Word, and social media platforms

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school. Must have at least 2 years on-air experience in broadcasting and/or television. An equivalent combination of education and experience is desirable.

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 to modify duties and this job description without advance notice. This position is at-will unless otherwise issued a fully executed agreement. We are Equal Opportunity Employer, are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, and that your team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. 2025