Mediabistro logo
job logo

Coordinator, Music Programming Job at SiriusXM in Los Angeles

SiriusXM, Los Angeles, CA, United States


Who we are:
SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connected Vehicle Services) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are. This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM’s vision to life every day.

SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. SiriusXM’s platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM's subsidiaries Simplecast and AdsWizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company’s advertising sales organization, which operates as SiriusXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. SiriusXM, through Sirius XM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle services to automakers.

How you’ll make an impact:
Works with members of the Music Programming team to create superior radio programs as needed. Supports creative processes, content development and production. Exercises both creative abilities and technical skills. Edits materials and operates an audio board. May be assigned to more than one program and perform slightly different functions across channels.

What you’ll do:
Receives daily assignments from VP and Senior Manager, Music Programming Operations and Program Directors.
Gains an understanding of the music scheduling software and automation system.
Monitors assigned specialty programming for content and technical quality control; verifying accurate start time of program(s) and prepares programming for ad-supported music channels.
Loads audio elements, including music and host VO content, into music automation system & properly enters royalties related song information.
Develops an understanding of and performs audio editing, fades and inserting correct digital markers that sound the most appealing based on music/content selection and channel genre.
Supports the Manager of Programming Operations with audits, including monitoring host recording logs, tracking scheduled channel promotions, and helping identify new channels to be featured on a monthly basis.
May serves as a In Studio Producer, ensuring that live broadcasts air smoothly by maintaining proper audio levels, firing elements at proper times, troubleshooting technical issues under pressure.
May act as liaison to music artists during celebrity visits and communicates with music labels, as directed by management.
May record and archive Artist IDs and Interviews.
What you’ll need:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
6-12 months of music programming related experience at a satellite, traditional commercial, and/or college radio station
Strong interest in learning all aspects of music programming and a desire to grow into a Program Director position
Strong interest in music and pop culture
Good public speaking and presentation skills.
Interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills.
Ability to project professionalism over the phone and in person.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to take initiative and to follow through on projects.
Creative writing ability.
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and task-switch, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Must have legal right to work in the U.S.
At SiriusXM, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the base salary for this position to be in the range of $44,000 to $50,200 and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Our goal at SiriusXM is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.
R-2025-08-14 Who we are:
SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connected Vehicle Services) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are. This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM’s vision to life every day.

SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. SiriusXM’s platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM's subsidiaries Simplecast and AdsWizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company’s advertising sales organization, which operates as SiriusXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. SiriusXM, through Sirius XM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle services to automakers.

How you’ll make an impact:
Works with members of the Music Programming team to create superior radio programs as needed. Supports creative processes, content development and production. Exercises both creative abilities and technical skills. Edits materials and operates an audio board. May be assigned to more than one program and perform slightly different functions across channels.

What you’ll do:
Receives daily assignments from VP and Senior Manager, Music Programming Operations and Program Directors.
Gains an understanding of the music scheduling software and automation system.
Monitors assigned specialty programming for content and technical quality control; verifying accurate start time of program(s) and prepares programming for ad-supported music channels.
Loads audio elements, including music and host VO content, into music automation system & properly enters royalties related song information.
Develops an understanding of and performs audio editing, fades and inserting correct digital markers that sound the most appealing based on music/content selection and channel genre.
Supports the Manager of Programming Operations with audits, including monitoring host recording logs, tracking scheduled channel promotions, and helping identify new channels to be featured on a monthly basis.
May serves as a In Studio Producer, ensuring that live broadcasts air smoothly by maintaining proper audio levels, firing elements at proper times, troubleshooting technical issues under pressure.
May act as liaison to music artists during celebrity visits and communicates with music labels, as directed by management.
May record and archive Artist IDs and Interviews.
What you’ll need:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
6-12 months of music programming related experience at a satellite, traditional commercial, and/or college radio station
Strong interest in learning all aspects of music programming and a desire to grow into a Program Director position
Strong interest in music and pop culture
Good public speaking and presentation skills.
Interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills.
Ability to project professionalism over the phone and in person.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to take initiative and to follow through on projects.
Creative writing ability.
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and task-switch, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Must have legal right to work in the U.S.
At SiriusXM, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the base salary for this position to be in the range of $44,000 to $50,200 and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Our goal at SiriusXM is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

In Summary: SiriusXM is leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners . Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are .

En Español: Quiénes somos: SiriusXM y sus marcas (Pandora, SiriusxM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast y Sirius XM Connected Vehicle Services) están liderando una nueva era de entretenimiento y servicios de audio al ofrecer la experiencia más atractiva de suscripción y soporte publicitario para los oyentes - en el automóvil, en casa y en cualquier lugar con dispositivos conectados. Pandora, una subsidiaria de SiriusXM, es el mayor servicio de transmisión de entretenimiento de audio con soporte publicitario en los Estados Unidos. Las filiales Simplecast y AdsWizz hacen que sea líder en alojamiento, producción, distribución, análisis y monetización de podcasts. Puede ser asignado a más de un programa y realizar funciones ligeramente diferentes en todos los canales. Lo que hará: Recibe asignaciones diarias del VP y el Gerente Senior, Operaciones de Programación Musical y Directores de Programas. Adquiere una comprensión del software de programación musical y sistema de automatización. Los monitores asignan programación especializada para la selección de contenido y calidad técnica; verificación exacta de las horas de inicio de programas (s) y prepara la programación para canales musicales apoyados por anuncios. Debe cargar elementos de audio, incluida la música y el contenido del anfitrión, en el sistema de automación musical & ingresa adecuadamente información sobre canciones relacionadas con regalías. Estas consideraciones pueden hacer que su compensación varíe. Esperamos que el salario básico para este puesto esté en un rango de $44,000 a $50,200 y dependerá de sus habilidades, calificaciones y experiencia. Adicionalmente, esta función puede ser elegible para incentivos discrecionales a corto y largo plazo. Alentamos a todos los candidatos interesados a solicitar. Nuestro objetivo en SiriusXM es proporcionar y mantener un entorno de trabajo que fomente el respeto mutuo, la profesionalidad y la cooperación. Sirius XM es un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades que no discrimina sobre la base de razas reales o percibidas, credo, color, religión, origen nacional, ascendencia, extranjero o condición de ciudadanía, edad, discapacidad, sexo, identidad sexual, estatus matrimonial, estado familiar, orientación sexual u otros servicios protegidos por las leyes estatales aplicables. Nuestra visión es dar forma al futuro del audio, donde todos puedan estar conectados sin esfuerzo a las voces, historias y música que aman en cualquier lugar. Este es el lugar donde un grupo diverso de talentos emergentes y leyendas vienen para compartir canciones auténticas y con propósito a través de algunas de las mejores programaciones y tecnologías del mundo. Nuestro entretenimiento de audio aclamado por la crítica, líder en la industria abarca música, deportes, comedia, noticias, charla, eventos en vivo y entrega de anuncios podcasts. No importa su papel individual, cada uno de nuestros empleados juega un papel vital en darle vida a SiriusXMs visiones todos los días. La organización de ventas publicitarias de la compañía, que opera como SiriusXM Media, aprovecha su escala y sus capacidades tecnológicas para ofrecer resultados a los creadores de audio y anunciantes. Sirius XM también ofrece radio por satélite y entretenimiento de audio en Canadá. Además de sus negocios de entretenimientos de audio, SiriusxM ofrece servicios de vehículos conectados a fabricantes de automóviles. Cómo harás un impacto: Trabaja con miembros del equipo de programación musical para crear programas radiofónicos superiores según sea necesario. Puede ser asignado a más de un programa y realizar funciones ligeramente diferentes en todos los canales. Lo que hará: Recibe asignaciones diarias del VP y el gerente senior, Operaciones de Programación Musical y directores de programas. Adquiere una comprensión del software de programación musical y sistema de automatización. Los monitores asignan programación especializada para contenido y control de calidad técnica; verifica la hora exacta de inicio de los programas (s) y prepara la programación para canales musicales con soporte publicitario. Carga elementos de audio, incluida la música y el contenido del anfitrión, en el sistema de automación musical & ingresa adecuadamente información sobre canciones relacionadas con las regalías. Desarrolla un entendimiento y realiza la edición de audio correcta, se desvanece e inserta los equipos digitales que suenan más atractivo basados en la selección de música / contenidos y canal.