Dickey Broadcasting Careers

Promotional Staff Member

Dickey Broadcasting Company is looking for Promotional Staff that reports directly to the Promotions & Events Manager and represents the radio stations as a Brand Ambassador at events and on social media, as well as assisting the promotions team in the office by preparing for events, fulfilling contest, and prizing and utilizing other skills to create content across departments

This role is an entry-level, part-time position, with the opportunity to potentially shadow current DBC employees and assist in videography, graphic design, social media, marketing, promotions, event planning, sales, and programming.

Exceptional communication skills and an energetic personality are a requirement. This role will require working nights, weekends, and holidays regularly, as well as the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Engage with the public at events ranging from client locations to stadiums, golf tournaments and more which may require high levels of energy for several hours

• Present themselves professionally on-site at events, in the office and on social media

• Represent each radio station in the cluster through knowledge of, and passion for, the brands

• Set up and break down of station sound and promotional equipment (tents, banners, speakers, audio PA system) at station events

• Create and post engaging content, photos, and video on station social media

• Assist with organization and maintenance of station vehicles and promotional equipment

• Compose accurate and detailed event recaps for management

• Effectively communicate with listeners via email, phone, and in-person

• Assist in various departments throughout CMG Athens Radio as needed, including but not limited to digital content, programming, sales, and engineering

Requirements

• Must be a professional team player with customer focus and ability to take initiative and direction

• 18 years of age or older

• Highly adaptable and professional

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to multi-task in a high-speed environment

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills including grammar, spelling, and the ability to tailor copy writing to each stations’ brand voice

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays throughout the year

• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Preferred Requirements

• College coursework in marketing, public relations, digital media, preferred

• Videography, event coordination, customer service and/or social media skills preferred

Director of Sales

Xtra 1063 (WFOM), Atlanta’s premiere News Talk Station, is looking for an experienced sales professional to join our championship team. The station is poised for explosive growth with a continually expanding line-up of top Local and National talent, and robust infrastructure from its sister station 680 The Fan.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for achieving sales performance and exceeding revenue targets for the station. They will work closely with clients and agencies and ensure Xtra 1063 is a ‘must-buy’ for advertisers to reach and engage audiences via terrestrial radio, digital media, and community driven events. Coming to our state-of-the-art studios in The Battery daily is a must, as is traveling OFTEN to see prospects, leads, and clients.

Responsibilities include:

  • Achieve revenue and growth targets. Identify and execute strategies which result in exceeding said targets.
  • Identify and develop NEW business relationships with an emphasis on the station’s coverage area.
  • Develop and execute effective sales strategies that showcase the unique strengths and value of the station as well as maximize overall revenues for Dickey Broadcasting Company.
  • Foster open communication channels to ensure the value proposition of the station is properly communicated to potential revenue sources.
  • Develop and manage key client / advertiser relationships and evangelize the full suite of content and ad product offerings.
  • Remain current with competitors and the overall marketplace
  • Understand client’s needs, prepare sales plans, proposals and presentations.
  • Identify new business; develop new relationships with key marketing/media decision makers.
  • Identify go to market strategies for sponsorships
  • Identify and capture strategic high-value opportunities
  • Create differentiation in market to drive leadership
  • Deliver marketers a superior advertising experience that utilizes insights to drive business outcomes 
  • Manage the sales process from proposal through post-analysis and renewal
  • Work effectively with team members throughout the portfolio; leverage relationships across the company to align client needs with all offerings

About you:

  • 5+ years’ experience in advertising, media, and relevant sales positions. News Talk Radio experience a plus.
  • Holds an influential presence in advertising and media communities
  • Established relationships with key agency and client contacts within the market 
  • Excellent communication skills, and ability to develop and present strategic updates to internal and external stakeholders
  • Strategic thinker, creative problem solver, resourceful 
  • Strong team orientation and interpersonal skills
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Creative problem-solving skills and solution-oriented attitude
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Military Personnel encouraged to apply

Our Sales Representative positions enjoy:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Package
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. 

Full-Time Producer / Board Operator

Dickey Broadcasting Company has an opening for a Full-Time Producer/Board Operator combo for WCNN-AM 680 The Fan and 93.7FM.

Must be able to perform the dual role of overseeing all phases of a live broadcast radio show including booking guests, editing & producing video, screening calls and interacting with talent on daily show prep, as well as having working knowledge of Op-X and the FAST operating systems.  Video productions skills are also valued.    

Must have previous experience in major market news talk or sports talk radio. If you have great contacts and possess superior communication skills, forward your resume to: [email protected] 

No Calls Please. 

Dickey Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. 

Sports Talk Show Host

Atlanta’s most listened to Sports station, 680 The Fan is expanding our on-air line-up.  If you bring a great knowledge of sports and the ability to entertain, are engaging, informative, and an energized sports talk host, then this may be your chance to live and work in one of the fastest growing sports markets in America.

Responsibilities include discussing daily stories with passion & opinion, covering local sporting events, interviewing guests both in and out of the sports forum, doing weekly podcasts, writing for our website & being active on social media. 

Major Market experience preferred.  Please send your resume and MP3 to [email protected].   No Calls Please. 

Dickey Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. 

Local Director of Sales

Pride, Passion, And Persistence are three things that must exist throughout all levels of a sports franchise to bring home a championship. 680 the Fan is looking for experienced sales professional to join our championship team. We are looking for experienced sellers that have pride in Atlanta Sports, passion for their job, and the persistence to overcome countless no’s before you will ever receive a YES.

680 the Fan has an array of sports assets to sell, superior training tools, and a sales management system that supports business development and rewards performance. With our proven ability to help local businesses grow and an environment of success, we want sales leaders to join our team. An account list is available based upon sales level of experience.

Account Executive responsibilities include: prospecting/cold calling, setting appointments with prospects, creative client presentations, and achieving a sales quota. Dickey Broadcasting has a systems approach to sales; you must have a deep appreciation for process, performance measurement, employee development, and a results-oriented sales approach.

Job Requirements

  • New business to business experience preferred with recognition as top-performer
  • Minimum of 2 years of media sales experience; with ability to penetrate new business categories
  • Strong understanding of lead generation, CRM and account management
  • Cultivation of long standing client relationships
  • Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office applications (including Outlook, Work, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet/Intranet)
  • Bachelors degree preferred

Our Sales Representative positions enjoy:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Package
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

Reply by emailing resume and salary requirement to:  Colan Wheat – [email protected]

Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. 

Part-Time Board Operators

Dickey Broadcasting Atlanta has openings for Part-Time Board Operators.

Must have previous experience in major market Sports Radio. Working knowledge of  Op-X and the FAST operating systems required.

NO CALLS PLEASE. Submit resume with qualifications to:

Scott McFarlane
Operations Director
Dickey Broadcasting
800 Battery Avenue SE #400, Atlanta, GA 30339

Dickey Broadcasting is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Broadcasting Internships

Dickey Broadcasting is currently seeking interns for our Atlanta, Georgia radio stations. There are two separate internship opportunities available: On-Air Training and Social Media/Promotions. These are volunteer positions and persons filling these positions will not receive financial compensation. College credit is possible for these internships, provided the educational institutional requirements are met. Interested persons should contact [email protected]

Dickey Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer.