CHUCK KNIGHT
MEDIA
About Chuck
My philosophy
I am a 9-time Marconi winner who specializes in the 'Human Element' of data. I use research to find the 'what,' but I use talent coaching and brand philosophy to find the 'why.' I help groups consolidate operations without losing the local soul that drives ratings.
My approach
My approach is simple: be a positive, inspiring leader who gives teams the confidence to dream while staying grounded in the details. This approach has allowed me to grow teams, talent, and brands across multiple formats to achieve industry-leading success.
In my previous roles, I have consistently turned listener insights into dominant ratings. My work has been recognized with nine Marconi Awards, including Major Market and Adult Contemporary Radio Station of the Year honors.
Dream. Have fun. Always be honest.
Core Expertise
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Audience Analytics: Nielsen Radio Research, demographic & psychographic analysis
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Programming Strategy: Multi‑format brand architecture, music scheduling, system design
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Talent Leadership: Aircheck coaching, recruitment, performance development
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Integrated Marketing: Digital, TV, outdoor and direct mail campaigns
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Operational Leadership: Budget management, portfolio oversight, market consolidation
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Community Impact: Large‑scale fundraising, civic partnerships, mission‑driven programming
Awards, Nominations and Honors
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National Association of Broadcasters Marconi Award Winner - 9 times
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National Association of Broadcasters Major Market Radio Station of the Year
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National Association of Broadcasters Adult Contemporary Radio Station of the Year
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National Association of Broadcasters Medium Market Radio Station of the Year
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National Association of Broadcasters Personalities of the Year
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RadioInk Best Program Directors of the Year – 7 times
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RadioInk Top 5 Community-based Website of the Year
Executive Experience
Jerry Lee WBEB Radio — Philadelphia, PA Brand Manager
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Led programming and brand strategy for one of the nation’s most legendary and successful Adult Contemporary stations in a top‑10 market
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Achieved dominant Nielsen ratings through precise brand positioning and system‑driven execution
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Guided the station to multiple NAB Marconi Awards, including Major Market and AC Station of the Year
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Developed, designed and implemented findings for probably the most-independently researched driven radio brand in the industry
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Built and coached award‑winning on‑air talent through disciplined airchecks and collaborative programming leadership
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Executed high‑impact, multi‑channel marketing campaigns across outdoor, direct mail, telemarketing, and digital platforms
iHeartMedia — San Antonio / Austin, TX SVP of Programming
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Directed strategic vision and programming for a 15‑brand portfolio spanning AC, CHR, Country, Spanish, News/Talk, and Sports formats
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Leveraged Nielsen research and psychographic analysis to design brand‑specific strategies that consistently produced market‑leading ratings
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Recruited, coached, and mentored high‑profile talent teams, fostering a culture of accountability, creativity, and collaboration
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Managed annual programming and marketing budgets through disciplined investment
Saga Communications — Columbus, OH Operations Manager
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Directed strategic vision and programming for a 3‑brand portfolio including AC, Classic Hits and Smooth Jazz formats
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Leveraged Nielsen and independent research and psychographic analysis to design brand‑specific strategies that consistently produced market‑leading ratings, including a non-holiday rating period when the AC station ranked #1 in every major demo and daypart.
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Recruited, coached, and mentored high‑profile talent teams, fostering a culture of accountability, creativity, and collaboration
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Managed annual programming and marketing budgets, delivering outsized audience growth through disciplined, efficient investment
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Led integrated marketing initiatives across radio, digital, TV and outdoor platforms
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Awarded by Radio Ink for excellence as a Top 5 community‑driven website
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Designed and executed large‑scale community outreach programs that generated millions in charitable fundraising
iHeartMedia — Philadelphia, PA Program Director
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Developed, directed and relaunched programming for one of the early major‑market Rhythmic Hot AC brands
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Applied audience research and system design to improve ratings performance and brand consistency
Other Career Operations & Programming Brand Leadership
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Emmis Communications — Indianapolis, IN | Operations Manager
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Saga Communications — Des Moines, IA | Air Talent / Brand Manager
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Fort Myers Broadcasting – Fort Myers, FL | Brand Manager
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Successfully managed Hot AC, AC, Soft AC, Classic Hits and CHR formats across all 3 companies to market leading positions
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Built foundational expertise in multi‑station operations, talent coaching and brand systems
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Demonstrated ability to align ratings growth with meaningful local service, reinforcing radio’s role as a community pillar
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Awards, Nominations and Honors
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National Association of Broadcasters Marconi Award Winner - 9 times
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National Association of Broadcasters Major Market Radio Station of the Year
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National Association of Broadcasters Adult Contemporary Radio Station of the Year
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National Association of Broadcasters Medium Market Radio Station of the Year
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National Association of Broadcasters Personalities of the Year
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RadioInk Best Program Directors of the Year – 7 times
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RadioInk Top 5 Community-based Website of the Year
Ask My Bosses
Jerry Lee - Owner
jerryl@spotq.com
Blaise Howard - Pres/GM
blaise.howard1@gmail.com
Jim Loftus - Pres/GM
jfloftusiv@gmail.com
Steve Goldstein - EVP Programming
sjgoldstein@amplifimedia.com
Rick Cummings - President Broadcast Division
rcummings@emmis.com
Guy Zapoleon - SVP Programming
gzapoleon@aol.com
Gary Berkowitz - Consultant
gary@garyberk.com
Terry Patrick - Consultant
terrypatrickmktg@gmail.com
Bill Moyes - President Research
bill@moyes.com
Larry Rosin - President Research
lrosin@edisonresearch.com