Fine Music Radio Station Manager
Fine Music Radio
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Cape Town, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time
Are you a dynamic, passionate leader with a love for classical music, jazz and exceptional radio? Fine Music Radio (FMR) is Africa’s only dedicated classical and jazz FM station – a true gem in the broadcasting world.
Based at the Artscape Centre on Cape Town’s Foreshore, FMR is a beloved community radio station with a prestigious reputation. We’re not just any station; we’re a cultural heartbeat for music lovers, and we’re looking for a special individual to take the reins and steer FMR to even greater heights.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a multi-talented manager who thrives on creativity , strategy, and the magic of radio. If you’re ready to inspire a team, engage a devoted community, and uphold the excellence that defines FMR, we’d love to hear from you!
What you’ll do:
Lead with passion: Oversee the station’s daily operations, from programming to technical management, ensuring smooth and inspiring broadcasts.
Keep us compliant: Navigate ICASA regulations, copyright reporting (SAMRO, CAPASSO, SAMPRA), and BCCSA requirements with confidence.
Drive growth: Develop strategic plans to expand FMR’s reach, impact, and financial sustainability through advertising, fundraising, sponsorships, and creative promotions.
Engage our community: Strengthen ties with our loyal listeners and attract new ones, ensuring our content resonates deeply with classical and jazz enthusiasts.
Nurture talent: Recruit, train, and lead a team of dedicated staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
Champion excellence: Uphold FMR’s high standards in music curation, broadcasting quality, and audience engagement.
What you’ll bring:
A deep enthusiasm for radio, media, and the power of music to connect people.
A creative and forward-thinking mindset - someone who embraces innovation while staying true to FMR’s core values and mission.
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Experience in broadcasting, community media, or a related field (a tertiary media/communications qualification is a plus, but not essential).
Knowledge of classical and jazz music (or an eagerness to learn quickly!).
Familiarity with South African broadcasting laws and regulations is beneficial.
Solid computer skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Based at the Artscape Centre on Cape Town’s Foreshore, FMR is a beloved community radio station with a prestigious reputation. We’re not just any station; we’re a cultural heartbeat for music lovers, and we’re looking for a special individual to take the reins and steer FMR to even greater heights.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a multi-talented manager who thrives on creativity , strategy, and the magic of radio. If you’re ready to inspire a team, engage a devoted community, and uphold the excellence that defines FMR, we’d love to hear from you!
What you’ll do:
Lead with passion: Oversee the station’s daily operations, from programming to technical management, ensuring smooth and inspiring broadcasts.
Keep us compliant: Navigate ICASA regulations, copyright reporting (SAMRO, CAPASSO, SAMPRA), and BCCSA requirements with confidence.
Drive growth: Develop strategic plans to expand FMR’s reach, impact, and financial sustainability through advertising, fundraising, sponsorships, and creative promotions.
Engage our community: Strengthen ties with our loyal listeners and attract new ones, ensuring our content resonates deeply with classical and jazz enthusiasts.
Nurture talent: Recruit, train, and lead a team of dedicated staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
Champion excellence: Uphold FMR’s high standards in music curation, broadcasting quality, and audience engagement.
What you’ll bring:
A deep enthusiasm for radio, media, and the power of music to connect people.
A creative and forward-thinking mindset - someone who embraces innovation while staying true to FMR’s core values and mission.
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Experience in broadcasting, community media, or a related field (a tertiary media/communications qualification is a plus, but not essential).
Knowledge of classical and jazz music (or an eagerness to learn quickly!).
Familiarity with South African broadcasting laws and regulations is beneficial.
Solid computer skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
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