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Title: Underwriting Director/KGBI
VP Area: VP - Media
Department: KGBI - Omaha
Position Compensation: $56,000 - $62,220 annually - plus commission
Location: Omaha, Nebraska - KGBI

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:
To build and maintain relationships with businesses, churches, organizations, and agencies interested in supporting KGBI through underwriting. This includes offering businesses the opportunity to support Life 100.7, and in return be acknowledged through on-air announcements.

Key Responsibilities:
• Cultivate Funding Partnerships: Build and maintain strong relationships with businesses, churches, and organizations to support KGBI through underwriting opportunities.
• Develop and Present Proposals: Create customized partnership proposals and present them effectively to prospective and current underwriters.
• Write FCC-Compliant Announcements: Compose 15-second on-air messages that adhere to FCC guidelines for non-commercial broadcasting.
• Coordinate Underwriting Logistics: Serve as the primary liaison between partners and KGBI, ensuring smooth communication, accurate scheduling, and proper execution of underwriting agreements.
• Manage Billing and Revenue Goals: Facilitate billing and payment processes in coordination with the Accounts Receivable team, and collaborate with the Station Manager to meet or exceed underwriting revenue goals.
• Foster Internal Collaboration: Maintain open communication and active cooperation with Programming, Engagement, and other staff involved in supporting and executing funding partnerships.
• Support Station Events: Represent KGBI at events as needed to strengthen community engagement and partner relationships.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
• Previous incentive-based sales experience a minimum of three years required;
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community
Nice To Have:
• Experience in radio or related industry

Key Skills:
• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Travel: Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for work-related purposes.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

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