Job#3688775
Your Market. Your Leadership. Your Impact
An independently owned media company is seeking an entrepreneurial, results-oriented Market Manager / General Manager to lead a Northeast, cluster. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sales and business leader to take ownership of an entire market, drive revenue growth, develop a high-performing team, and strengthen the company’s presence in the communities it serves.
The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, understanding that a successful market starts with engaged employees, strong client relationships, and a culture that encourages accountability, creativity, and collaboration. This individual will play a key role in shaping the market’s direction, identifying new opportunities, and building on the company’s position as a trusted local media partner. This is an opening for an accomplished sales or business leader to take the reins of a local media operation, grow a team, and make a lasting impact.
The company fosters an entrepreneurial, collaborative culture where fresh ideas are encouraged, wins are celebrated, and employees can take ownership of their success. The team works hard, supports one another, and takes pride in the communities it serves.
What the Market Manager Will Do
The Market Manager / General Manager will oversee the market’s overall performance, lead the team, and help shape the future of the business.
- Lead and Develop the Team: Build, coach, and motivate a high-performing team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Drive Revenue and Profitability: Establish strategic priorities, identify new business opportunities, and lead initiatives that grow revenue across broadcast and digital platforms.
- Grow Client Partnerships: Develop strong relationships with local and regional businesses, understand their marketing challenges, and position the company as a trusted marketing partner.
- Champion Multimedia Solutions: Guide the sales team in developing creative, integrated audio and digital marketing strategies that deliver value for clients and measurable business results.
- Oversee Market Operations: Work closely with programming, digital, creative, promotions, traffic, and other departments to ensure smooth operations and alignment around business goals.
- Own Market Performance: Monitor results, manage budgets and expenses, evaluate opportunities, and make informed decisions that support the market’s financial health.
- Serve as a Community Leader: Build relationships with local business leaders, organizations, and community partners while representing the company throughout the region.
- Identify Opportunities for Growth: Evaluate processes, strengthen client relationships, develop new revenue streams, and implement ideas that move the market forward.
What Makes a Great Fit?
The ideal candidate will be a confident, hands-on leader who knows how to bring out the best in people and turn business opportunities into results. This individual will be comfortable making decisions, navigating challenges, and balancing team development with the financial and operational goals of the business.
Qualifications include:
- A proven track record of sales leadership, revenue growth, and business development in broadcast media, digital marketing, or another relationship-driven industry.
- Experience leading and developing teams, setting expectations, and promoting accountability while maintaining a positive, collaborative culture.
- Strong business acumen, including the ability to manage budgets, evaluate performance, and make decisions that drive profitability.
- A consultative sales mindset and an understanding of how to build long-term client partnerships.
- The ability to think strategically while remaining hands-on and connected to the day-to-day business.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
- An entrepreneurial spirit, competitive drive, and genuine appreciation for local businesses and the communities they serve.
Benefits Include
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid days off for major holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life insurance
EOE
Please reach out in confidence to Megan Wojtkowiak, megan@mediastaffingnetwork.com
