Zelus Media Group has announced the promotion of Jonathan ‘J’ Steele to Vice President of Programming for its Phoenix stations.
Steele, who currently serves as Brand Manager and morning host for Rhythmic CHR “Power 98.3” KKFR Mayer, will now add those duties for Hot AC “Hot 97.5/103.9” KMVA Dewey-Humboldt/KZON Gilbert guiding the creative vision, programming strategy, and brand development for the stations. Steele also programs American General Media’s Hip Hop “Kiss 97.3” KKSS and Hot AC “Mix 105.1” KKRG-FM Albuquerque. He has also programmed Hip Hop WAMO Pittsburgh, “Loud 102.3” WLOA Youngstown, CHR “94.7 Hits-FM” WYUL Chateaugay NY/Montreal and CHR “98.5 Kiss-FM” WPIA Peoria, as well as APD/afternoon host of Beasley Classic Hip Hop “105.1 The Bounce” WMGC Detroit and on-air at WHIZ-FM Zanesville OH and WNGY Peoria.
Steele said, “I’m incredibly honored to step into this new chapter with Zelus Media Group. Power 98.3 and Hot 97.5 are two brands that mean a lot to me personally and professionally, and I’m excited to help continue shape their future while continuing to wake up Phoenix every morning with J & Jay.”
Zelus CEO/President Michael Cutchall added, “Jonathan’s creativity, leadership, and deep understanding of our audiences make him the perfect choice to lead programming for our Phoenix brands. His ability to balance on-air talent with strategic vision is a rare combination, and we look forward to the continued growth and innovation he will bring.”
Previous KMVA Brand Manager Michael Gallagher remains with the company with expanded responsibilities to his Operations Manager role.
