Radio Program Director- KHUM Radio
Lost Coast Communications, inc
Posted: Sept. 9, 2025
KHUM-FM, 104.3 7104.7 is a broadcast radio station located in Humboldt County, CA.
Founded in 1996, Lost Coast Communications is 100% locally owned and operated. We are also 40% Native owned. We believe in setting the standard of what a local media company can be. We have received the National Association of Broadcasters Service to America Award, an Edward R Murrow Award for best radio documentary, and twice won the Radio Mercury Award.
Our success comes from our superior production and service in combination with our deep commitment to Humboldt County. We are hyper-local, involved throughout the community, and dedicated to serving our listeners, our readers and our advertisers.
Our various properties include local radio stations KHUM, KWPT “The Point”, KSLuG, KLGE “The Lounge” as well as our news blog The Lost Coast Outpost (www.LostCoastOutpost.com) which has the highest web traffic of any website in Humboldt County history.
Job Overview:
This is a full-time nonexempt position and is in-person only. You must live and work in Humboldt County. No telework will be offered.
The KHUM Program Director oversees all
functions and management of the station. The Program Director (PD) will
maintain KHUM’s respect and relevance within the community by engaging with
KHUM’s large and diverse audience, and curating Humboldt’s unique musical
tastes. A successful PD will be able to work in a team setting or alone and
have positive interactions with all staff affiliated with KHUM. Supporting
upper management in the continued effort to grow listenership is essential to
the position. The Program Director doubles as the Music Director. The Program director
doubles as the Music Director.
Qualifications:
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Minimum of 5+ years of experience.
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Management experience
preferred.
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Demonstrated knowledge
of radio broadcasting.
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Demonstrated knowledge
of audio editing & production.
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Knowledge of the local community, Humboldt
County and surrounding areas.
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Strong understanding and
use of major social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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Knowledge and passion of
the music and history of the station’s chosen format.
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Knowledge of radio
promotions.
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Reliable transportation.
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Strong desire to
strengthen our local community.
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Demonstrated strong
computer skills.
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Ability to multitask in
a fast-paced environment.
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Creativity and outside
the box thinking.
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Strong problem-solving
skills.
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Self-starter,
comfortable working alone or within a group.
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Excellent listening,
organization and time management skills.
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Work as a team with
multiple departments such as programming and sales.
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Ability to communicate
effectively and professionally, orally and in writing.
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Able to take
constructive criticism.
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Maintain professionalism
in all aspects of the job, including dealing with the public.
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Ability to sit or stand
for long periods of time.
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Ability to use hands for
operating the studio board.
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Ability to speak English
fluently.
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Able to lift 50 lbs.
Responsibilities
and Duties:
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Perform
the duties of Radio DJ:
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Curate an entertaining
and engaging radio show within the station’s format.
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Host special features
and shows approved by the Program Director.
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Inform listeners of
local, national, and global current affairs.
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Engage professionally
with fans both in and out of the studio.
o
Monitor and control
station functions.
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Conduct interviews with
scheduled guests on
relevant topics of interest to listener base.
o
Voice client commercials
and company promotional spots.
o
Collaborate with station
staff on creative writing and station programming.
o
Answer the request
lines.
o
Make social media posts.
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Perform
the duties of Station Manager:
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Manage the station’s
on-air staff.
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Set schedules and
approved time off requests for station’s on-air staff.
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Assign tasks to
station’s on-air staff.
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Monitor DJ radio shows.
o
Schedule and approve
relevant interviews and guests.
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Manage and oversee the
station’s social media accounts.
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Create and manage
station promotional materials.
o
Update station website with current information about
station promotions, contests, news, advertising and other items of interest.
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Actively monitor all station
equipment to keep in working order.
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Perform
the duties of Music Director:
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Plan and schedule music.
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Review new music
submissions.
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Maintain format relevant
playlists.
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Plan and execute all
programming for the station with the goal of creating an individual and unique
sound for the specific format.
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Plan and execute station
promotions in collaboration with sales and management.
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Work to further the
station’s goals and the company’s mission.
● Available night and weekends for remote broadcasts or special events on an ad hoc basis.
Wage: $18-$21/hour
How to Apply:
To be considered for the job send resume, cover letter, and an air-check to Hiring@lostcoastcommunications.com.
Candidates that do not have an air-check will not be considered.
Lost Coast Communications, Inc is an E.O.E.
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