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Jonathan Shaffer Earns APD Stripes at 104.5 The Zone/Nashville


Jonathan Shaffer
Jonathan Shaffer

CUMULUS MEDIA has appointed Jonathan Shaffer to the Assistant Program Director position for Nashville's Sports Talk 104.5 The Zone/WGFX-FM. A 14-year veteran of Nashville radio, Shaffer will continue in his role as morning show producer as well. Prior to joining the station in 2019, Shaffer was PD/OM for Nashville radio station 650 AM WSM, following four years as Program Director, On-Air Talent and Producer for ESPN 106.7 The Fan for Cumulus Nashville. He holds a B.S. degree in Communication from Clarion University of Pennsylvania.

"Jonathan has demonstrated that he is ready for this challenge," said Paul Mason, Program Director, 104.5 The Zone. "He's earned this opportunity and I look forward to working with him as we move forward toward reaching our goals."

"I am proud and honored to be part of such a talented, committed team at 104.5 The Zone," said Shaffer. "I am very excited about this opportunity and am looking forward to contributing to The Zone's continued success."

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