SummitMedia Seeks New Richmond OM/PD
• SummitMedia is actively seeking an Operations Manager/Program Director to lead its Richmond, VA cluster as 12-year company veteran Melissa Chase has resigned. Her future plans remain fluid at this time.
Chase (left) commented, “I’m so grateful for the opportunities I’ve had over the last 22 years in radio and the amazing talent I’ve worked with — the last 12 at SummitMedia and prior ownership by Cox Media. Before that I was a personality on WRVQ (Q94) and voicetracked for WKCI, WAZR and SiriusXM.” She added, “I am stepping down from my role as OM/PD in the next 60 days and we are talking about continuing on in mornings [on Hot AC WURV]. I’m excited to see what the universe has in store!” Chase can be contacted at MelissaChase@gmail.com, and you can find her on Facebook and Instagram.
• SummitMedia is now in the market for a proven pro who LOVES music, is passionate about radio, and is an excellent executer to oversee the Richmond group, which includes ’80s-based Classic Hits WJSR (Awesome 100.9), Hot AC WURV (103.7 Your Variety), Country WKHK (K95), Classic Rock WKLR, Sports 106.1 (WURV-HD2) and Classic Hip Hop G104.3 (WKHK-HD2).
The “Must-Have” skills list:
On Air: Creative; positive attitude and winning air personality; an aircheck that demonstrates effective and disciplined show prep; the talent to entertain and engage; the aptitude to execute topical, in-the-moment content; the ability to communicate to Females 25-54 in an authentic way; and someone who is a community manager/social media practitioner.
Programming: At least five years of proven success as OM/PD; knowledge and understanding of PPM, RCS GSelector and Wide Orbit; the ability to craft and follow a strategy, and a strong work ethic. Sound like you? Qualified candidates are invited to apply now — send your killer audio and resume to richmond2021@summitmediacorp.com. EOE.
