Mr. Master’s Automation Import Manager (AIM) software will now automate the network audio and compliance process for all Cumulus Media stations nationwide.
Mr. Master, the company behind Automation Import Manager (AIM) and the industry’s leading provider of workflow optimization software, has extended its partnership with Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) to include all of its 424 local stations across 87 markets. Effective immediately, Mr. Master will use its proprietary and innovative AIM software to automate Cumulus Media’s network audio and compliance process, including delivery, processing, and affidavit posting within 24 hours.
Stu Jacobs, President of Mr. Master, said “We are very excited to grow and deepen our relationship with Cumulus Media by managing their network audio and compliance workflow for all of their stations. Cumulus Media is a leader in spearheading innovation and next-generation solutions, and we are greatly looking forward to welcoming these new markets into the Mr. Master family.”
Regarding the expanded partnership with Mr. Master, John Kaufman, Cumulus Media’s SVP of Revenue Strategy and Operations said, “We were answering a call from our markets, which were looking for a way to improve the network continuity process and save meaningful time. Mr. Master’s AIM software offers a great solution for all Cumulus markets.”
AIM is a work-from-anywhere software solution for traffic, continuity, production, programming, and sales departments that automatically processes network spots, shows and affidavits. The innovative software helps clients maximize ad dollars, stretch resources, minimize operational costs, and utilize inventory while providing 100% ad accountability and affidavits within 24 hours.
About Mr. Master
Mr. Master provides technology workflow optimization solutions used by some of the leading radio groups in the country, such as iHeartMedia, Cumulus Media, Townsquare Media, Inc., Entercom Communications Corp., and Cox Media Group. Released in 2003, its MediaShooterPro product is used by more than 8500 radio stations and is widely accepted as the industry standard for unattended audio delivery by content providers and stations. Launched in 2013, its Automation Import Manager (AIM) software optimizes a station’s workflow by automating the processing of network commercial inventory and supplying compliance data to networks. AIM is used by 4000 stations nationwide and processes 1 million spots per week.
About Cumulus Media
CUMULUS MEDIA (NASDAQ: CMLS) is a leading audio-first media and entertainment company delivering premium content to over a quarter billion people every month — wherever and whenever they want it. CUMULUS MEDIA engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 424 owned-and-operated stations across 87 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, the Olympics, the Academy of Country Music Awards, and many other world-class partners across nearly 8,000 affiliated stations through Westwood One, the largest audio network in America; and inspires listeners through its rapidly growing network of original podcasts that are smart, entertaining and thought-provoking. CUMULUS MEDIA provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through on-air and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. CUMULUS MEDIA is the only audio media company to provide marketers with local and national advertising performance guarantees. For more information visit www.cumulusmedia.com.
