"Corporate Support Representative (Roanoke, VA)"

Corporate Support Representative (Roanoke, VA)

Company:
Virginia Tech

Job Location:
Blacksburg, Virginia 24061

Category:
Broadcasting, Radio, and Television

Type:
Full-Time

Job Description

The Corporate Support Representative is responsible for securing business underwriting for WVTF Public Radio by cultivating new underwriters and maintaining relationships with existing ones. This role develops on-air underwriting scripts (copy) and collaborates with the Traffic Coordinator to ensure that announcements are accurately scheduled and broadcast.

The representative performs all underwriting functions in full compliance with applicable federal regulations (FCC, IRS) as well as Virginia Tech and WVTF policies, procedures, and guidelines. Additional responsibilities include working with the Office Manager to collect past-due accounts and participating in the station's on-air fund drives as assigned.

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with coworkers, clients, and listeners. They will excel at identifying and securing new underwriting partners while strengthening relationships with current supporters. The role requires learning and becoming proficient in WVTF's underwriting and client database systems. A proven track record of meeting revenue goals and the ability to self-manage work effectively are essential.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of the business of public radio and have the ability to convey its value to potential underwriters.
• Demonstrated experience with aspects of soliciting public radio underwriting announcements or relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in ad sales for a for-profit broadcast outlet or relevant experience.
• Demonstrated writing experience, basic knowledge of advertising, promotion, and marketing procedures.
• Demonstrated experience computer software skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in broadcasting, communications, marketing, or a related field and/or equivalent professional experience.
• Familiarity with Radio IQ and/or WVTF Music programming and experience in underwriting for public broadcasting.

Pay Band
4

Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type
Restricted

Salary Information
$60,000 to $65,000

Hours per week
40+ hours per week

Review Date
March 29th, 2026

Additional Information

Unable to Sponsor Work Visas

Must have the ability and willingness to travel utilizing standard, commercial, and/or personal modes of transportation.

Ability to work nights and weekends, and participate in college or university programs when necessary.

Alternative work schedule (if not M-F, 8-5).

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Advancement HR at advhr@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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