Fraser Valley Media is hiring an Underwriting Manager! Support 50+ Volunteer DJs playing the best tunes around. Bring in sponsors to keep Grand County’s community radio alive! Full-time, flexible hours, great pay, and room for growth. Apply now at kffr.org/hiring. Fraser Valley Community Media - Underwriting Manager Location: KFFR Studios (In-person), Fraser CO Position Type: Full-Time (Flexible hours, typically 32 hours per week) Schedule: In-person and remote with at least 2 days per week in office. Pay Range: $25-30 per hour and 30% for outside sales/acquisitions and 10% for inside sales. Benefits: Mileage reimbursement, Up to $700 towards a season pass from one of the region’s excellent ski areas. Two Weeks Paid Time off and Observed Federal Holidays Reports to: Executive Director Summary: Fraser Valley Community Media, operating KFFR, is a community hub for Grand County, empowering people through broadcasting while supporting the local economy and the arts by partnering with local businesses, nonprofits and municipalities. It was founded in 2007, when the FCC opened a brief application window for full-power, noncommercial educational FM radio license operating. We were granted the license for KFFR, broadcasting at 10,000 watts. We received a second license for KWTR in 2022, to broadcast at 89.1 FM at 108 watts. KWTR began broadcasting in February, 2025. The station serves Grand County, Colorado and is operated out of its studio in Fraser and Winter Park. While primarily a music station with 50 volunteer DJs, we are expanding our news coverage to include local information, county announcements, and community profiles of local leaders. We are funded through underwriting, local and national grants, and membership. Position: KFFR seeks a dynamic Underwriting Manager who will be responsible for achieving KFFR underwriting revenue goals by building and maintaining relationships with local, regional and national corporate and business donors in order to secure regular underwriting donations. This position is expected to participate in fundraising activities and outreach events to represent the station and increase visibility and contracts within the community. Work Schedule: Full-time, with compensation including base salary and commission. It is expected that the Underwriting Manager checks in daily with KFFR staff and facilitates the production and scheduling of underwriting announcements every Monday and Tuesday. Every week, the position should spend 2 days soliciting underwriters with at least two days in the office and a consistent presence at KFFR outreach events. Job Duties: 1. Secure underwriting donations from businesses in order to meet or exceed station underwriting budget goals while building and maintaining a portfolio of 70+ past and current underwriters. Develop and maintain work plans and data management systems to track productivity and communicate progress. Develop and grow an extensive portfolio of potential underwriters. 2. Manage all steps of the underwriting sales process from initial contact to thanking the underwriter for their support. See Underwriting Process Addendum. This position will be responsible for: a. Creating or renewing the contract and obtaining approval from the underwriter. b. Composing and producing underwriting messages for pre-recorded and on-air reads in accordance with FCC regulations and policies. c. Facilitate schedule to add or remove audio messages that are no longer relevant or have expired. d. Entering all account information into KFFR’s CRM, Little Green Light. e. Ensuring that billing and payment are managed in an accurate and timely way, including following up with underwriters when payment is overdue. f. Ensuring recognition of underwriters by sending thank you cards and coordinating underwriting appreciation gatherings. g. Ensuring the business directory on KFFR website is accurate and current. 3. Maintain relationships with underwriters for renewal, upgrade and recognition purposes. Actively monitor existing contracts to ensure accounts are renewed prior to expiration. 4. Update systems and reports on underwriting revenue generated, new and renewed donations, prospects and other related activities. 5. Solicit individual and business sponsors for KFFR events such as the Membership Drive, Sound of Grand County, 80s Night, and the AlpenGlow Bounce. 6. Meet with the Executive Director regularly to discuss marketing opportunities. 7. Attend KFFR events to to develop relationships with current and potential underwriters. 8. Manage the strategy behind digital marketing efforts and work closely with the Office Manager to develop strategies for increasing outreach efforts. 9. Perform other duties as the Executive Director may request. Qualifications Required Education: ● Bachelors’ degree in or equivalent combination of education and experience in revenue generating disciplines such as sales, marketing, donor development and solicitation, fundraising or major giving programs. Required Experience: ● 1 to 3 years in sales and marketing. ● At least 1 year of responsibility in sales management. ● Strong verbal and written communication skills. ● Exceptional organization skills with attention to detail. ● Proficiency in google products. ● Familiarity with digital editing, studio production, and automation software. Preferred Experience: ● Bilingual Spanish and English ● Proven ability to grow sales. ● Proficiency working with computers; traffic systems and automation software; database, spreadsheet, and Google Docs. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: ● Understanding of public radio programming best practices and principles. Fraser Valley Community Media, Inc. (dba KFFR Radio) 511 Zerex St., Suite 201B, Fraser, CO 80442 kffr.org ● Enthusiasm for the critical role of public media in a rapidly changing journalism environment. ● Excellent communication skills including speaking, listening, writing and presentation. ● Ensure compliance with local, state and FCC Rules and Regulations related to programming activities. ● Detail-oriented, highly organized, and accurate. ● Effective public radio announcing. Cultural Respect and Inclusion ● Actively demonstrate and advocate for KFFR’s core value of Diversity by modeling and ensuring inclusion and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing and welcoming of cultural differences) regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, nationality, age, origin, first language, geographic location, communication style or work style or status. ● Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of volunteers. Don't meet every single requirement? FVCM is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate! Applicant Instructions: 1. Submit Resume to ryan@kffr.org 2. Submit cover letter (maximum 2-page) a. Tell us how you meet the minimum qualifications b. What you know about KFFR, and why you would be a good fit for this organization. c. Your vision for selling underwriting throughout the Grand County community. 3. Include four (4) references with current contact information Fraser Valley Community Media, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, religion, sex, color, ancestry or national origin, age, political opinion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, occupation, source of income, gender identity or expression, physical appearance, familial status, or physical or mental disability of otherwise qualified individuals. Fraser Valley Community Media, Inc. (dba KFFR Radio) 511 Zerex St., Suite 201B, Fraser, CO 80442 kffr.org Underwriting Process Overview 1. Client Acquisition (Underwriting & Outreach Manager) ○ Identifies and engages potential underwriting clients. 2. Negotiate & Finalize Deal (Underwriting & Outreach Manager) ○ Discusses contract terms, rates, and durations; finalizes and signs the agreement. 3. Set Up Billing & Invoicing (Underwriting & Outreach Manager) ○ Creates or oversees invoice setup, sets payment terms, and logs client details. 4. Script Creation & Approval (Underwriting & Outreach Manager) ○ Drafts a FCC-compliant script and oversees contract details. ○ Oversees the creation of banner ads, social media posts, or newsletter integration. ○ Finalizes script after client review and approval. 5. Spot Recording (Underwriting & Outreach Manager / Content Producer) ○ Manager schedules recording time. ○ Content Producer records and edits the approved spot. 6. Scheduling & Log Management (Content Producer) ○ Content Producer schedules the finalized spot into the station’s automation system. ○ Confirms accurate run dates and times. 7. On-Air Broadcast & Verification (Content Producer) ○ Spot airs according to the schedule. ○ Logs are reconciled to confirm correct broadcasting. 8. Payment & Follow-Up (Office Manager) ○ Tracks invoice payments and sends reminders for overdue balances. ○ Coordinates with the Underwriting Manager to update client satisfaction and discuss renewals. 9. Reporting & Feedback (Office Manager / Bookkeeper) ○ Updates financial records and reviews performance metrics (e.g., run dates, results). ○ Provides proof of performance or confirmation to the client. Fraser Valley Community Media, Inc. (dba KFFR Radio) 511 Zerex St., Suite 201B, Fraser, CO 80442 kffr.org
Apply before Sept. 9th at kffr.org/hiring.
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