TORONTO – Bell Media has promoted Taylor Jukes to the new role of senior manager of national content for its radio network iHeartRadio Canada.
Jukes (pictured) joined Bell Media in 2015 following a move from Newcap Vancouver, and most recently held the position of program director for 99.9 Virgin Radio Toronto. In her newly created role, effective immediately, Jukes will oversee the creation and production of original content, marketing communications, and project management for iHeartRadio Canada.
“Taylor is a tremendous asset to our radio operations and I am delighted for her to expand her scope in a new, nationally focused role,” said head of radio content, strategy, and iHeartRadio, Rob Farina, in the announcement. “Taylor is a proven leader and a tremendous supporter of talent, both on and off the air. In this role, she will apply her creative content expertise across our leading radio brands, as we continue to innovate and invest in iHeartRadio Canada.”
In addition, Karen Steele assumes the role of program director for 99.9 Virgin Radio Toronto in addition to her current role as program director for 105.3 Virgin Radio Kitchener. Her past accomplishments in the Toronto market include the roles of program director of the former Mix 99.9, promotions director of CHFI, and program and promotions director of KISS FM.
