Music Compiler

Job description

Key purpose of role

The Music Compiler serves as the custodian of the station’s music identity, ensuring that the sound of Kfm 94.5 aligns with its strategic vision and audience expectations. This role is responsible for planning, curating, and executing the music strategy in close collaboration with the Music Manager, Programme Manager and Station Manager. The compiler builds and maintains daily playlists that reflect the station’s brand and programming goals, while also managing all music-related features, scheduling, and content requirements. The role demands a strong understanding of audience preferences, music trends, and radio programming to deliver a compelling and consistent listening experience.

Key performance areas

Ensure a consistent music product in line with the station strategy

• Deliver daily music logs and music features that align with the station’s brand and audience expectations. Ensure logs are accurate, on time, and reflect strategic music direction.

Attract and retain audiences

• Support audience growth through compelling music programming. Track listenership trends and ensure music selection resonates with the target demographic.

Assist with music products for Primedia+

• Curate and deliver music content for digital platforms (Primedia+) to support digital audience growth. Ensure timely delivery and monitor engagement metrics.

Coordinate communication with music industry stakeholders

• Maintain strong relationships with music labels, promoters, and artists. Ensure regular, professional engagement and timely responses to stakeholder needs.

Coordination with artists for key station events

• Coordinate artists for key station events. Ensure artist participation aligns with event goals and enhances audience experience.

Monthly reports (ICASA, SAMRO, SAMPRA, etc.)

• Compile and submit accurate, timely reports to regulatory and internal stakeholders. Ensure full compliance with reporting standards.

Minimum required qualification

• Matric
• Relevant tertiary education

Minimum years of experience

• Minimum of three years music compiling experience at a Commercial Radio Station

Additional role requirements

• Proficiency in selector or similar music scheduling software.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary music trends and genres.
• Competency in audio editing software such as Adobe audition or equivalent.
• Solid understanding of radio music formats and the commercial radio landscape.
• Familiarity with ICASA, SAMRO, and SAMPRA reporting processes.
• Ability to create and manage station playlists aligned with strategic music objectives.
• Skilled in using music research to inform and refine music categories.
• Proficient in Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable working with digital tools and systems for music management and reporting.
• Attention to detail in managing song categories and balancing genres and tempos.
• Disciplined and committed to meeting deadlines.
• Resilient and composed under pressure.
• Confident, assertive, and enthusiastic about radio and music.
• Systematic, focused, and solution-driven.
• Adaptable and open to change.
• Able to take initiative and work independently.
• A team player who collaborates effectively with on-air talent and internal teams.
• Highly professional in interactions with listeners, music industry stakeholders, and colleagues.
• Prior experience in media is advantageous.

Send your detailed CV to az.oc.aidemirp@sreeracgnitsacdaorb>b<>b/< with the Subject Line “Music Compiler”. The closing date for applications is 18 June 2025.

Suitable candidates will be selected in accordance with Primedia Broadcasting’s Employment Equity Policy. Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

 

Posted on 12 Jun 17:11, Closing date 19 Jun