Radio Program Director/Anchor

KRDO13 JOB POSTING

Position Information

Position Title: Radio Program Director/Anchor
Requisition Number: 26-1104
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Remote Eligibility: Onsite

Company Overview

KRDO13 is a community-focused media organization delivering award-winning journalism across ABC, Telemundo, Radio, and Digital platforms. We are committed to excellence in storytelling, innovation, and serving Southern Colorado communities with integrity and professionalism.

Job Summary

The Radio Program Director/Anchor will anchor our weekday live, morning news. This individual will oversee radio operations and content.

This is a highly visible leadership role requiring an organized and effective manager who can work closely with news and sales teams. The role also requires regular appearances at community events to represent the station.

The Radio Program Director/Anchor reports directly to the KRDO13 News Director and is expected to lead by example through professionalism and a deep commitment to the organization and the community we serve.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Anchor a live, weekday four-hour morning news show in addition to other programs
Coach, mentor, and develop radio staff through regular feedback and performance management
Execute community partnerships and station initiatives that support audience engagement and revenue opportunities
Anchor live in the field from community events
Proactively identify and pursue programming opportunities
Manage cross-training of radio staff
Ensure strong communication across radio shifts
Manage multiple projects and issues simultaneously and bring them to a conclusion
Work effectively with station leadership on the news, sales and engineering teams
Regularly participate in station and community events
Manage the radio news team schedule
Prioritize cross-platform promotion
Required Qualifications

Minimum of four years of on-air broadcast experience
Bachelor's degree in journalism, Communications, or a related field
Demonstrated leadership experience with a passion for managing and developing teams
Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Ability to thrive under pressure and effectively manage multiple priorities and daily deadlines
Excellent editorial judgment and decision-making abilities
Flexibility to adjust schedule as needed to meet station demands
Schedule Expectations

This position may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and schedule adjustments based on breaking news, severe weather, station events, or operational needs.

Physical & Technical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift equipment as necessary
• Ability to operate computers, broadcast equipment, cameras, editing systems, and other newsroom technology
• Ability to work in studio, field, and outdoor environments under varying weather conditions
• Ability to travel locally for station assignments and community events
Work Environment

This position is based onsite in Colorado Springs, Colorado, unless otherwise approved by management. Employees may work in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments typical of broadcast news operations.

Compensation

Annual Salary Range: $60,000.00

This position will have additional commission opportunities.

In accordance with Colorado law, the compensation range provided is a good faith estimate of what KRDO13 reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Sick Leave & Personal Holidays
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• FSA & HSA Options
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Program Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities

KRDO13 also provides company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Basic Dependent Life Insurance, and Basic AD&D coverage.

Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to plan terms and company policies. Visit our benefits hub for more information. https://flimp.live/MyNewsPressBenefits#benefithome

Career Growth & Development

KRDO13 supports employee growth and encourages professional development, continued education, industry training, and internal advancement opportunities.

Additional Requirements

Pre-employment drug screening required
• Background check required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Application Instructions

To be considered for this opportunity, apply online at KRDO.com/jobs.

Applications will remain open for two months or until offered.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement

KRDO13 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KRDO13 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

KRDO13 values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.