SPANISH BROADCASTING SYSTEM

General Manager

SPANISH BROADCASTING SYSTEM$90K — $120K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of leadership experience in media, radio, broadcasting, or advertising
  • Proven track record in managing revenue growth
  • Strong background in sales leadership and business development
  • Excellent communication and team management skills
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish, written and verbal
  • Strategic thinking with the ability to analyze financial performance
  • Strong organizational and decision-making abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations for the Puerto Rico market
  • Develop and execute strategic business plans for revenue growth
  • Build and coach high-performing sales and operational teams
  • Foster a collaborative workplace culture
  • Oversee local and national sales strategy across platforms
  • Drive revenue through client engagement and partnerships
  • Represent SBS Puerto Rico at industry and community events

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Performance incentives
  • Benefits eligibility consistent with company policy
Full Job Description
General Manager

Location: Puerto Rico
Company: Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS)
Division: Radio & Integrated Media Operations

We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven General Manager to lead our Puerto Rico market operations. This executive leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of station performance, including revenue growth, sales leadership, programming collaboration, operations, community presence, and team development.

The ideal candidate is an experienced media leader with strong business acumen, a passion for Hispanic media, and a proven ability to build high-performing teams and drive market success.

Position Summary

The General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, operational management, and financial performance of the Puerto Rico market. This role oversees sales, marketing, promotions, programming coordination, operations, and administrative functions while ensuring alignment with SBS corporate objectives.

The General Manager will lead revenue generation efforts across radio, digital, and experiential platforms while fostering strong relationships with advertisers, agencies, community leaders, and strategic partners.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Market Management
  • Lead all day-to-day operations for the Puerto Rico market
  • Develop and execute strategic business plans to drive revenue growth and profitability
  • Build, coach, and lead high-performing sales and operational teams
  • Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable workplace culture
  • Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, company policies, and operational standards

Sales & Revenue Growth
  • Oversee local and national sales strategy across radio, digital, promotions, and event platforms
  • Drive revenue performance through direct client engagement and strategic partnerships
  • Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging revenue opportunities
  • Collaborate with sales leadership to establish budgets, forecasts, and revenue goals
  • Support major account development and agency relationships

Programming & Brand Strategy
  • Partner with Programming leadership to strengthen ratings performance and audience engagement
  • Support station branding, promotions, community initiatives, and marketing campaigns
  • Ensure SBS brands maintain strong visibility and relevance within the Puerto Rico market

Financial & Operational Oversight
  • Manage market budgets, expense controls, forecasting, and operational efficiencies
  • Review financial reports and implement strategies to improve performance
  • Oversee staffing, talent development, and workforce planning
  • Ensure smooth coordination between departments including Sales, Promotions, Programming, Traffic, Finance, and Engineering

Community & Industry Engagement
  • Represent SBS Puerto Rico at industry events, client meetings, and community functions
  • Strengthen relationships with local organizations, advertisers, and business leaders
  • Enhance the company's reputation and community presence across the market

Qualifications

Required
  • 7+ years of leadership experience in media, radio, broadcasting, advertising, or related industries
  • Proven experience managing revenue growth and operational performance
  • Strong sales leadership and business development background
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills
  • Strong understanding of radio, digital media, and integrated marketing solutions
  • Ability to analyze financial performance and develop strategic initiatives
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and verbal
  • Strong organizational and decision-making abilities

Preferred
  • Prior General Manager or senior market leadership experience
  • Experience within Hispanic media or multicultural marketing environments
  • Established relationships within the Puerto Rico advertising and business community
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field

What We're Looking For
  • A strategic and entrepreneurial leader
  • Strong people-management and motivational skills
  • Ability to balance creativity, operational excellence, and revenue growth
  • Passion for media, entertainment, and community engagement
  • A collaborative executive who leads with accountability and vision

Compensation & Benefits

SBS offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, performance incentives, and benefits eligibility consistent with company policy.

About SPANISH BROADCASTING SYSTEM

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS) is a Spanish-language media and entertainment company with radio, television and digital media platforms. SBS is the largest publicly traded Hispanic-controlled media company in the United States. The company owns and operates 17 radio stations in the top U.S. Hispanic markets, including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Puerto Rico. SBS also owns and operates MegaTV, a television network with programming aimed at Hispanic audiences. The company was founded in 1983 by Raúl Alarcón Sr. and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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