Name Ben Smith
About To benefit your company through an extensive network of artists, managers and record promoters. Dynamic,Creative Program Director of Classic Rock, CHR and Eclectic Radio Stations nationwide. The Passion and drive for success. Programming, Marketing, Writing, Branding, Talent coach, On-Air, Contract negotiations, Staff management. Industry Leader with more than 25 years of experience in the electronic media including satellite, FM, AM, and college radio programming with additional skills in television production and broadcasting. Accomplished music professional with extensive experience directing music programming and performing on-air host duties for a wide array of radio stations across different genres. The ability to develop and innovate marketing and advertising promotions to gain a wide audience and achieve strong ratings over various demographics. Superior written and oral communication skills, with keen ability to interact with broad populations of all levels, including C-level executives, musicians, managers, support staff, and sponsors. Experience in achieving company goals and objectives by achieving a strong reputation as a host and interviewer. Stay abreast of local, state, and federal rules and regulations, including the FCC. Ability to juggle several projects simultaneously while working under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Accomplish optimal utilization of human and financial resources through proactive budgeting, policy and procedure development, and resource allocation. Experienced in using radio programming, electronic media, and editing.
Website URL smithsounds.com
Category Program Directors and APDs
Nationality American
Contact Details
Email bjs914(at)msn.com
Cell Phone No. 703389-0991
Telephone 703-281-4321
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[Location]
City / Town Reston
Street Address 12052 Greywing Square, A-2
Province / State VA
Country USA
[Availability & Optional Preferences]
Zip / Post Code
Available to Start 2010-Sep-02
Location Preference Northern Virginia, Eastern Pa, Central NY, Boston, Mass.
[Education & Experience]
Positions Interested In? Winning programming prowess with a winning attitude. Morning, Midday and Afternoon Drive Talent.
Highest Education Bachelor's
Education Summary BA from King's College- WB PA
Work Experience One of 40 Program Directors selected at XM Satellite Radio in 2001 until the Sirius/XM merge-2008
Employed as a Musicologist at MediaBase 24/7 1997-2001
Co-Owner/PD/Morning host WKGB-FM Binghamton New York 1989-1997
Experience Years 7-10 Yr
Salary Range 40-99k
Additional Notes
   Expert in interviewing talent as well as producing programs from various genres concentrating on Classic Rock as well as eclectic music. Helped with passion to start each radio station in which I was employed.

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