Careers

Blackburn Media Chatham-Kent is looking for a strategic, motivated, and results-driven Media Sales Manager to lead our sales team. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving revenue growth, developing new business opportunities, and strengthening client relationships across our radio and digital platforms. This role carries a client list to manage and develop.

If you’re an experienced media sales leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at coaching high-performing teams, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Revenue Generation: Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets for radio and digital sales.
• Sales Strategy: Develop and implement innovative sales strategies to increase market share and grow our client base.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of sales professionals to achieve individual and team goals.
• Client Management & Sales: Maintain and grow an portfolio of clients through networking, and researching potential clients, identifying and cultivating new business opportunities.
• Performance Tracking: Analyze sales metrics and provide regular reporting to the Director of Sales.
• Market Awareness: Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and market conditions to inform sales strategies.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with other department leaders to ensure integrated success across the organization.
• Client Insights: Maintain a deep understanding of clients’ challenges and business goals to offer tailored solutions.
• Receivables Oversight: Ensure timely collection of client payments and manage receivables efficiently.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 3 years of media sales management experience (preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in media sales (preferred)
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Strong knowledge of radio and digital advertising trends
• Education in digital marketing or media sales is an asset
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Highly self-motivated with strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Proven leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong prospecting and networking capabilities
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required
• Positive, professional, and client-focused demeanor

What We Offer

We provide a competitive compensation package, including benefits, tailored to attract top talent in the industry. You’ll be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values performance, creativity, and growth.

Ready to Lead with Us?

If you’re passionate about media, leadership, and making a measurable impact, apply today to join Blackburn Media Chatham. Email your resume in confidence to: careers@blackburnmedia.ca with the subject line “Chatham Sales”

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Deadline for applications is November 1^st, 2025

Blackburn Media Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to creating a fair, equitable, and respectful environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all genders, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities.

Applicants should identify if they require accommodation during the recruitment process on a confidential basis.

Are you a passionate journalist with a belief that local news is more important than ever? Are you interested in a mix of reporting and newscasting?

We might just have what you are looking for. 

Blackburn Media Inc. is looking for an energetic journalist to work in our newsroom in Sarnia, Ontario. 

Your duties will include, but not be limited to: newscasting, field and desk reporting, creating multimedia news content for SarniaNewsToday.ca and our social media platforms, and creating social media engagement across multiple platforms.

The successful candidate will possess: 

• A diploma or degree in journalism from an accredited post-secondary institution. 
• Exceptional news judgement. 
• An ability to write clear and concise news stories for on-air and online presentation. 
• A strong on-air sound. 
• A strong work ethic. 
• A critical mind and a willingness to dig for the story. 
• A valid driver’s licence. 

Demos, resumes, and writing samples should be sent by Friday, October 24, 2025 to: careers@blackburnmedia.ca

Subject line: Multimedia journalist / Attention – Scott Kitching

Those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Blackburn Media Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to creating a fair, equitable, and respectful environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all genders, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities.

Applicants should identify if they require accommodation during the recruitment process on a confidential basis.

Blackburn Media has an exciting and rare opportunity for a Morning Personality to join the FOX Morning Show on 99.9 The FOX in Sarnia, Ontario. This is your chance to connect with Sarnia every morning, delivering music, banter, contests, interviews, and local stories that matter.

Sarnia offers small-town charm with big-city convenience—beautiful beaches, great schools, affordable housing, and easy access to London and Detroit. It’s a community people love to call home.

At Blackburn Media, you’ll be part of a close, collaborative team across 14 stations and our Digital Marketing Agency, Brand One. Your contributions will make a real impact, on air, online and in the community.

We’re looking for someone who understands the music our listeners love, and thrives at live broadcasts, events, and on-location appearances. You’ll join longtime host Sarah Woodley to create engaging, entertaining content that keeps listeners coming back.

If you’re passionate about music, local culture, and community connection, this is your opportunity to shine on a station that’s truly part of Sarnia.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Host the Morning Show on 99.9 the FOX 5:30a – 10:00a, creating fun, relevant content daily that’s on brand and aligned with the expectations of our audience of Females 35-54.
• Creating Content, updating and monitoring social media and Websites.
• Establish your presence by participating in station events and represent 99.9 the FOX as you host on-site events, remotes & live broadcasts as required.
• Assist Programming with music log scheduling.
• Voice Commercials/Promos for production purposes as required.
• Voice Tracking as necessary.
• Assisting in developing and executing contests and promotions.
• Be a team player, attending regular programming meetings and other duties assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• A dynamic personality with strong on-air presentation. Minimum 3 years of full-time previous on-air experience, Morning Show experience is an asset.
• Experience with Music Master, Wide Orbit, and Adobe Audition is an asset.
• A valid G license with a clean driving record.
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational, communication and multi-tasking skills.
• Understand the value of social media as an essential radio tool. Consistently engage with our audience on social media.
• Radio Broadcasting Diploma preferred.
• Being relatable and memorable wins – and that is what will help 99.9 the FOX to build on its success.

Interested applicants are invited to email a resume and demo mp3 before Oct 17th, 2025 to:
careers@blackburnmedia.ca
Please ensure that the subject line in your email is “Morning Show Host”

Please note: we will contact selected applicants for further interviews.

Blackburn Media Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to creating a fair, equitable, and respectful environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all genders, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities.

Applicants should identify if they require accommodation during the recruitment process on a confidential basis.