Promotions Assistant - INTERNSHIP
 

JOB DESCRIPTION

WQON 100.3 / WGRY 101.1 are seeking an intern to assist Blarney Stone Broadcasting In the execution of all station and sales promotions that generate revenue, increase listenership and improve the brands in the community. Must be vested in role as a team player and solution provider, pitching in as needed to ensure the success of the department and stations.  Our ideal candidate should possess an extremely good work ethic, be a self-starter, and be highly organized with the ability to work in a fast-paced office environment. 

KEY ACTIVITIES and LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

• Contest Administration – Collect prizes from sales, provide copy to production for on-air use, contact winners, and arrange for prize delivery and fulfillment.
• Maintain electronic database of prizes and contest winners. 
• Write traffic/production orders for promotional inventory.

• Respond to listener calls; research questions and follow-up with answers. Mail out station materials as requested.  
• Serve as the station liaison on-site with event sponsors, station clients, listeners, and media, projecting a positive image at all times.

• Work on-site station promotions, appearances, and remotes from site check, setup to break down; keeping the overall look and feel of the event with the station’s brand in mind while maintaining positive relationships with clients, event sponsors, listeners, and media while projecting a positive image at all times
• Coordinate aspects of station events including vehicles and equipment; prizes/giveaways; signage; website development; print advertising and the physical appearance; attend the events as assigned to assist with on-site execution.
• Assist in posting of promotional details to website and all social media platforms
• Prepare recaps of events including timeline, promos, on-air activity, communication to staff and listeners, event specifics, location, logistics, and other results.
• Look for additional opportunities where station may grow in the area of visibility, revenue and community service.
• Opportunity to learn all aspects of station operations (sales, traffic, programming, production) etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent time management; ability to plan and organize, set priorities and multi task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail, and high work standards are critical
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team

• Demonstrate ability to work under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines with minimal supervision
• Possess strong analytical skills, professional demeanor, proven ability to multi-task and constant interruptions, and a positive outlook
• Available for weekend, evening, holiday and early morning work
• Must be physically capable of long hours, extended exposure to the outdoors and able to lift 50 pounds or more
• Knowledge of printing and graphics a plus
• Valid drivers license and insurance

REQUIREMENTS:

•    Receiving College Credit from college or university.  Must provide a letter stating this from the college or university

Blarney Stone Broadcasting, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers competitive income potential, medical, dental, vision, life insurance benefits, vacation, sick, holiday pay and 401k retirement plans.  To apply, please email cover letter, resume to sheryl@blarneystonebroadcasting.com.