Cox Media Group

Cox Media Group Introduces Six Newcomers to the Award-winning Digital Talent Program

Article by Jerald Butler

Jun. 12, 2017 – Six recent graduates were hired as members of Cox Media Group's (CMG) award-winning Digital Talent Program. The incoming class will begin their one-year fellowship at one of six brands across the country on Jun. 19.

The 2017 Class of the Digital Talent Program welcomes:

·      Jake Foote, Texas Christian University, National Content Desk

·      Wilton Jackson, Louisiana State University, WSB-TV

·      Maddie Larson, University of Georgia, CMG Corporate Services

·      Treasure Robinson, Wake Forest University, CMG Tampa Radio

·      Roodgery Rosemberg, Georgia State University, Premiere Creative Services

·      Daphne Yuan, University of Minnesota, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Established in 2013, the Digital Talent Program is a one-year fellowship that grants six recent graduates with the opportunity to support a CMG brand during multiple digital projects. The program received more than 200 applications for the six available roles this year.

“We are proud to welcome such a talented and diverse group of individuals to CMG. Their managers are expecting amazing things from them,” said Kristi Lawson, Senior Manager of Talent Pipeline Programs. “They beat out hundreds of other candidates to be here today. We are looking forward to seeing how they drive results for their respective brands.” 

Upon completion of the one-year term, the participants will present their achievements to the company’s Senior Leadership Team including CMG President, Kim Guthrie. To date, 17 of 22 former participants remain employees of Cox Media Group.

Cox Media Group's Career Insider Series Set to Launch Tuesday

Article by Jerald Butler

Monday, May 15, 2018– Cox Media Group (CMG) will be launching the first installment of their Career Insider  series this Wednesday on various social media platforms. Career Insider provides audiences with an inside look of the company’s brands through candid conversations with employees.

In episode one, CMG visits the WSB Radio station in Atlanta, Georgia. Viewers are greeted by On-Air Personality Sasha the Diva of Kiss 104.1 FM. The 25-year radio veteran shared her perspective and advice on breaking into the competitive industry.

“It is very important for one to understand that, in order to get to where I am, you cannot start in a large market,” she says. “Yes, I wanted to start in a top market. But I had to go a small market, making five dollars an hour, living in an efficiency apartment with no furniture, eating tuna fish every day, and driving a car that I thought was going to break down! It’s called sacrifice!”

Atlanta’s B98.5 FM is represented by On-Air Personality Tad Lemire – who gives viewers a rundown of his role and day-to day routine.

“I want to say it’s almost less about having the voice or the chops to speak to the masses. You must know a little about marketing, sales, and content. The list goes on!” Lemire described his daily routine in further detail, “My team and I are only on air for about four hours. But the typical day is usually anywhere between twelve to fourteen hours.” 

Following the first episode of Career Insider, a new installment will be released each month. Future episodes will cover news reporting, working in sales, and technology departments. A special edition of the series will be produced to highlight the intern experience at Cox Media Group.

Internal Communications

Pictured above are two examples of infographics that I created on behalf of the Corporate Communications team. 

To the left, is a step-by-step guide to using our updated Employee Intranet. On the right, is an onboarding guide sheet for our restructured HR teams. 

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