Radio Traffic Scheduling Assistant
Location: On-Site | Milwaukee, WI
Company: Saga Communications Milwaukee Media Group
Saga Communications Milwaukee Media Group is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Radio Traffic Scheduling Assistant to join our team. In this vital on-site role, you will be responsible for managing commercial inventory, scheduling, and ensuring that all advertising spots are placed accurately and efficiently across our stations, including Milwaukee’s top-performing brands like Hometown Rock 96.5 WKLH, Jammin’ 98.3 WJMR, 102.9 The Hog WHQG, Pure Oldies 106.9, and WJOI-AM.
Key Responsibilities:
- Commercial Inventory Management: Monitor and track commercial inventory, ensuring all spots are placed according to client agreements and timelines.
- Spot Placement: Accurately schedule commercials within traffic software, ensuring optimal placement for maximum impact and audience reach.
- Coordination with Sales and Programming Teams: Work closely with sales and programming to address changes, resolve scheduling conflicts, and ensure seamless on-air operations.
- Daily Log Preparation: Prepare and review daily broadcast logs to confirm all advertisements are aired correctly and in compliance with station policies.
- Post-Run Reporting: Generate post-broadcast reports to verify ad placements and assist in client billing reconciliation.
- Problem Solving: Address any last-minute changes or discrepancies in the schedule efficiently and effectively.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in radio traffic, media scheduling, or a related field preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with traffic software (e.g., Marketron or similar) is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work on-site at our Milwaukee office.
Why Join Us?
At Saga Communications Milwaukee Media Group, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that delivers top-quality radio content to the Milwaukee area. This is your opportunity to contribute to well-known stations’ success while growing your media operations skills. We offer a collaborative environment with opportunities for advancement and competitive compensation.
To Apply:
Send your resume and cover letter to jobs@mkeradiogrp.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
Saga Communications is an equal-opportunity employer.
Accounts Receivable Specialist Full-Time
The Milwaukee Media Group is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist with strong communication and customer service skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Candidates should be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and previous experience working with accounting, sales and billing software preferred. Duties include but are not limited to:
· Generate timely and accurate customer invoices and monthly statements
· Maintain accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date
· Verify invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment
· Prepare daily bank deposits and cash report
· Post payments to customers’ accounts ensuring accuracy
· Resolve discrepancies between customer payments and billing
· Handle customer inquiries regarding invoices or payments
· Reconcile accounts receivable ledger with the general ledger
· Develop reports related to accounts receivable activity
· Oversee reconciliation and resolution of customer issues
· Process, research and approve credit applications and establish credit limits for new customers
· Assist in collection process of delinquent accounts, turn over to collections when necessary
· Work closely with sales team to ensure orders are entered correctly
· Familiarity with Marketron, our traffic and billing software system, a plus
· Process barter affidavits and submit to interested parties and networks
· Process proof of performance reports as required
· Generate various reports for sales and management Send your resume and compelling cover letter to: jobs@mkemediagroup.com
Saga Communications is an equal-opportunity employer.
RADIO ADVERTISING SALES (FULL-TIME)
If you like radio, making money, and working with famous people, this is for you.
The Milwaukee Radio Group (WHQG, WKLH, WJMR, WRXS, WJOI), is looking to hire an exceptional Sales Account Executive. In this position, you will have the unique and challenging mission of helping local and regional businesses grow through the power of radio advertising and marketing. You will be given the tools to help you succeed, and the opportunity to realize your full potential as a sales professional.
Candidates must be charismatic, driven, resourceful, professional, organized, engaging, and customer-focused problem solvers. You must have excellent communication skills and the ability to create and cultivate client relationships.
To become a part of the MRG sales team, you’ll need to have some sales experience and great references.
Send your resume and compelling cover letter to: jobs@mkeradiogrp.com
Saga Communications is an equal-opportunity employer.
PROMOTIONS STAFF (PART-TIME)
If you are the center of attention wherever you go, can work a smartphone, and love music… YOU are more than qualified for a job in radio!
The Promotions / Marketing Department is accepting resumes from college students interested and serious about crankin’ up their skill set while getting real-world experience from Milwaukee’s leading street team. Get your foot in the door and learn from the best!
You will represent our radio stations (102.9 THE HOG / 96.5 WKLH / Jammin’ 98.3 / Pure Oldies 106.9) to listeners at events, concerts, bars/clubs, festivals, etc!
Internships are available to all college levels or accredited broadcasting/media school programs. Hours are flexible, but we are in need of some seriously devoted folks. Applicants should be prepared to work mostly weekend and evening hours. While the position remains part-time, your job will look and feel different every day.
We are looking for people who are:
• Energetic
• Outgoing
• Charismatic
• Good with details
• Safe drivers with a valid WI driver’s license and a clean driving record
• On time
• Reliability
• Dependability
If these qualities describe you, and you are interested in a job in radio, email a cover letter and resumé to: srowsey@mkeradiogrp.com
Saga Communications is an equal-opportunity employer.
