Ask the Programme Manager

Radio Days Africa

Tim Zunckel (Tuned Media – Training, Creative and Management)
Contributors: Masixole Mdingane (Umhlobo Wenene FM – Programme Manager), Naveen Singh (Smile FM – Programme Manager), Lynda Oriaso (Radio Maisha – Programme Controller)
The final product that the audience hears through the speaker is the responsibility of the Programme Manager. From content, imaging, music, integration, and on-air staff the Programme Manager controls the lions share in a radio station's engine room.
What are the tips and secrets to being noticed by the PM and building an on-air career? What are the challenges Programmers face in an integrated radio environment?