WCSG Job Opportunities

WCSG General Manager

The General Manager/Executive Director of WCSG Radio, FM 91.3, is a full-time, salaried role who serves as the strategic and operational leader of the station, which operates as a ministry of Cornerstone University. WCSG is a non-commercial, listener-supported Christian radio station committed to uplifting and encouraging its audience through Christ-centered content and community-focused programming. This individual is responsible for ensuring the station remains faithful to its mission while growing its reach, impact, and sustainability.

Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement, the General Manager leads the station’s overall direction, including programming, marketing, staffing, facilities, and FCC compliance. This role requires a strong blend of ministry passion, media expertise, and executive leadership. The General Manager will work closely with university leadership to ensure WCSG’s vision aligns with that of Cornerstone University, while representing the station to key stakeholders including donors, listeners, community leaders, and industry partners. The individual will also collaborate with the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Advancement to develop and manage the station’s budget and ensure responsible stewardship of resources.

LOCATION: Grand Rapids, Michigan

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and execute strategic vision and initiatives that expand WCSG’s mission impact, audience reach, and long-term sustainability.
• Collaborate with university leadership to position WCSG as a key outreach platform.
• Represent WCSG to internal stakeholders, donors, listeners, community leaders, and media associations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including staffing, technical infrastructure, and facility oversight.
• Manage and mentor a professional team focused on excellence, integrity, and spiritual development.
• Ensure engaging, biblically centered programming aligned with audience needs and mission values.
• Direct marketing strategies to increase reach, listener engagement, and brand awareness.
• Monitor and respond to audience behavior, media trends, and listener analytics.
• Provide oversight for full FCC compliance, regulatory documentation, and adherence to broadcasting standards.
• Partner with Advancement and Development teams to support donor relations and fundraising efforts.
• Work with the AVP of Advancement to develop and manage the station’s budget, ensuring responsible stewardship and alignment with organizational goals.
• Maintain a portfolio of major donors and key partners, building relationships to support financial growth.
• Accurately record and track donor and stakeholder engagement activities using the university’s CRM system, Blackbaud Raiser's Edge.
• All Cornerstone University employees will regularly interact with students in a variety of projects, activities, and settings.
• As such all employees are expected to serve as Christian leaders and mentors by effectively living a gospel-centered lifestyle, ministering and discipling through a biblical worldview.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Deep understanding of radio broadcasting operations, programming, and marketing.
• Knowledge of FCC regulations and best practices in nonprofit and Christian broadcasting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret audience data and listener engagement trends.
• Familiarity with listener analytics tools and their application in programming and marketing strategy.
• Proven leadership and team development skills with a collaborative management style.
• Strong strategic planning, organizational, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Experience with budgeting, financial oversight, and operational planning.
• Passionate Christian faith with a strong commitment to ministry through media.
• Ability to represent the university and WCSG with professionalism, integrity, and mission alignment.
• Comfortable engaging with university leaders, donors, church partners, and community stakeholders.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred) or a combination of appropriate work-related and leadership experience.
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in radio, media ministry, or nonprofit management.
• Demonstrated success in organizational growth, audience engagement, fundraising, and team leadership.
• Proficiency with donor management systems (Blackbaud Raiser's Edge preferred) and CRM best practices.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active Christian commitment.
• A theology that supports the values and mission of Cornerstone University core commitments evidenced by an ability to affirm and sign the university’s doctrinal statement, “The Cornerstone Confession.”
• Four other foundational pillars, along with the university’s mission and confession, form Cornerstone’s Core Commitments.
  • The Cornerstone Christian World View
  • The Cornerstone Academic Vision
  • The Cornerstone Beautiful Christian Community
  • The Marriage and Human Sexuality Position Statement

These core commitments convey who we are, what we believe and how we live and work together in community. Employees are expected to faithfully attend an evangelical and biblical church whose core beliefs and practices are consistent with Cornerstone’s confession and core commitments.

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JOB TITLE:  WCSG On-Air Host and Digital Media Producer

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, Salaried 
REPORTS TO: WCSG Program Director 
DEPT: WCSG
LOCATION: Grand Rapids, MI; WCSG Studio

SUMMARY 
WCSG is looking for an exceptional radio professional who is ready to become an On-Air Host and Digital Media Producer. As part of the programming team, your work is focused on our loyal listeners. Your expertise will seek new ways to deepen listener engagement and delivery of content in a strategic environment. The core of Cornerstone University is defined and driven by its Christ-centered mission and Biblical confession.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

Digital Media Producer:

• Grow WCSG’s audience through compelling content and the staff who produce it
• Assist the Program Director, in conjunction with the Marketing Director, in the development and execution non-terrestrial content for online presence of:
  • Video recording and production
  • Podcast recording and production
• Serve as backup and fill-in for:
  • Scheduling music logs and Program logs
• Liaison with other departments for:
  • Contesting and station promotions (Marketing)
  • Station personality appearances at events, remotes (Marketing)
  • Donor and business development education and solicitation (Development/Business/Marketing)
  • Website content (Marketing/Integration)
  • Station Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, podcast content

On-Air Host:

• Host/produce WCSG programming as requested
• Fill for on-air shifts when called upon, including Drive-Time shifts.
• Regular prep and follow-up through air checks for on-air shift.
• Develop a consistent quality and quantity of listener interaction via phone, mail, email, Facebook/other social media as it pertains to on-air shift.
• Enhance listening rapport/relationships through station associated events and on-site broadcast appearances.
• Mon-Sun tracked or live depending on specified on-air shift
• Serve as a front-facing representative of WCSG and Cornerstone University at various events and activities
• Employees are expected to serve as Christian leaders and mentors by effectively living a gospel-centered lifestyle, ministering and discipling through a biblical worldview.
• All Cornerstone University employees will regularly interact with students in a variety of projects, activities, and settings. As such all employees are expected to serve as Christian leaders and mentors by effectively living a gospel-centered lifestyle, ministering and discipling through a biblical worldview.
• Other duties may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES: 

• 3 -5 years Drive Time on-air work or relatable experience
• 1-3 years of Video and Audio production experience
• Experience within the Christian music non-com radio industry
• Personnel coaching/management
• Collaborative mindset

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active Christian commitment.
• A theology that supports the values and mission of Cornerstone University core commitments evidenced by an ability to affirm and sign the university’s doctrinal statement, “The Cornerstone Confession.”
• Four other foundational pillars, along with the university’s mission and confession, form Cornerstone’s Core Commitments.
  • The Cornerstone Christian World View
  • The Cornerstone Academic Vision
  • The Cornerstone Beautiful Christian Community
  • The Marriage and Human Sexuality Position Statement

These core commitments convey who we are, what we believe and how we live and work together in community. Employees are expected to faithfully attend an evangelical and biblical church whose core beliefs and practices are consistent with Cornerstone’s confession and core commitments.

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JOB TITLE:  WCSG On-Air Host

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, Salaried 
REPORTS TO: WCSG Program Director 
DEPT: WCSG
LOCATION: Grand Rapids, MI; WCSG Studio

SUMMARY 
This person is responsible to grow the listening audience for WCSG and its and their assigned shift show through the execution of communicating compelling content on WCSG, on the station’s website and social media platforms, and through remote/event appearances. This person also assists with the production of WCSG’s sponsor announcements and assists with on-air imaging production (liners, sweeps, spots, etc.). The core of Cornerstone University is defined and driven by its Christ-centered mission and Biblical confession.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Host/produce WCSG Show (Morning, Mid-day, or Evening, as assigned)
  • Regular prep and follow-up through air checks
  • Develop a consistent quality and quantity of listener interaction via phone, mail, email, FaceBook/other social media
  • Enhance listening rapport/relationships through station associated events and on-site broadcast appearances
  • Mon-Fri live/Sat tracked
• Assist the WCSG Program Director with writing and producing:
  • Sponsor announcements
  • Liners, sweepers, and imaging pieces
  • Spots for WCSG events, promotional activities
• Fill-in, as needed, for vacationing/ill on-air personalities
• Serve as a representative of Radio and Cornerstone University at various events and activities.
• Employees are expected to serve as Christian leaders and mentors by effectively living a gospel-centered lifestyle, ministering and discipling through a biblical worldview.
• Other duties may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES: 

• Experience in the Christian music non-com radio field.
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience drive-time on air work.
• Highest standard of personal and professional integrity.
• Ministry/service orientation; team player.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active Christian commitment.
• A theology that supports the values and mission of Cornerstone University core commitments evidenced by an ability to affirm and sign the university’s doctrinal statement, “The Cornerstone Confession.”
• Four other foundational pillars, along with the university’s mission and confession, form Cornerstone’s Core Commitments.
  • The Cornerstone Christian World View
  • The Cornerstone Academic Vision
  • The Cornerstone Beautiful Christian Community
  • The Marriage and Human Sexuality Position Statement

These core commitments convey who we are, what we believe and how we live and work together in community. Employees are expected to faithfully attend an evangelical and biblical church whose core beliefs and practices are consistent with Cornerstone’s confession and core commitments.

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