Program Director / Announcer - Bancroft, ON

Canada’s second-largest commercial radio broadcaster, Vista Radio Ltd operates over 70 radio stations and digital news portals across three provinces and the Northwest Territories! Each of our stations is deeply rooted in the communities we serve while retaining local voices, building strong connections, and delivering stories that matter. Paired with dynamic digital portals, our stations provide 24/7 access to timely, trusted, and hyper-local content, keeping our audiences informed, engaged, and connected.

Multi-Station Program Director & Announcer – Bancroft, ON

Bancroft, Ontario is located just 245 kilometers from Toronto and 220 kilometers from Ottawa in the heart of Ontario’s Cottage Country. If you’re a team player, a self-starter, and willing to learn and lead by example, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:
Program Director, responsible for the on-air product on multiple Vista station in the Cottage Country.
Be a part of the community; live, work and play here in the local market/community.
Host an entertaining show listeners can relate to, live and locally focused.
Music scheduling software knowledge a must, G-Selector would be terrific!
Know how to prep a great show for our audience! Assist to develop creative promotions
Voice track shifts as necessary
Be keen with social media (Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube)
Voice commercials for other Vista properties as needed
Community liaison for the station
Host station on-location broadcasts as assigned
Any other relevant duties that may be assigned from time to time
Job Requirements
Passion for all things radio and the desire to lead a small team to success,
Minimum of 3 years On-Air Host experience
Knowledge with G-Selector or similar music scheduling software,
Strong verbaI and written communication skills
Post Secondary Broadcast training from an accredited institution,
A valid class 5 driver's license,
Working familiarity with Adobe Audition,
Demonstrated ability to use and excel with social media (Face book, Twitter, lnstagram, etc) and
Comprehensive knowledge or experience working in a small market is an asset
Vista Radio’s Vault of Benefits
At Vista Radio, we're more than just a workplace; we're a community of people committed to making a difference. Whether we're delivering local news, playing your favorite tunes, or supporting events that bring people together, we care about our team and the communities we serve. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that ensures your health, well-being, and financial future are taken care of, all while working in an environment where fun and collaboration thrive.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
• Health & Dental Coverage – Comprehensive plans for individuals and families.
• RRSP Program with DPSP Matching – Save for your future with our RRSP program, and Vista will match your contributions into a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP).
• Short-term & Long-term Disability – Income protection when life throws you a curveball.
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) – Confidential, 24/7 access to mental health, counseling, and other professional support services.
•️ Annual Vacation & Stat Holidays – Paid time off, including recognized federal statutory holidays, to help you recharge and enjoy life.
❤️ Life & Optional Life Insurance Protection for you and your loved ones when you need it most.
• Virtual Care – 24/7/365 access to professional healthcare online, making it easier to stay on top of your wellness.
• Work in the Communities We Serve – As part of Vista Radio, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact locally, strengthening the bonds that connect us to the communities we proudly serve.
Application Instructions

Apply online on our company website here:
On our company website, click the "Apply" button on the tap left corner of the job posting to get started!

Please include a link to a Soundcloud/YouTube audio demo to the Additional Documents section of the application form. In addition, if you have any web-writing experience and/or writing samples that you can demonstrate as well, please include that material to additional documents.

If you experience any difficulty with submitting your application online, please contact Mary-Anne Laverman, Human Resources Advisor at mlaverman@vistaradio.ca

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At Vista Radio Ltd, we are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the various communities in which we operate. Accommodations are available for all employees and applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please advise when submitting your application.