iHeartMedia Alternative “105.9 The X” WXDX Pittsburgh has promoted APD/morning host Abby Krizner to Program Director.
Krizner began her career at the station as a part-timer in 2008 before quickly rising to afternoon show producer and evening host, then MD/morning host and APD. She also is Music Director for iHeart’s Custom Alternative format.
Krizner takes the reigns of WXDX from John Moschitta, who has programmed WXDX since 1997 and is also PD of Classic Rock 102.5 WDVE.
iHeartMedia announced today that Abby Krizner has been named Program Director for 105.9 The X, Radio Home of the Pittsburgh Penguins, effective immediately. iHeartMedia Pittsburgh has a strong cross-platform presence and includes a number of iconic brands and franchises — both broadcast and digital — encompassing more than six stations comprised of music and sports formats.
iHeartMedia has the leading consumer reach and influence across multiple platforms and delivers more live programming than any other media company. As Program Director, Krizner will be responsible for overseeing the programming, research, talent coaching and promotions strategy for the station. She will report to David Edgar, Senior Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia Pittsburgh.
“Abby is the perfect fit to lead 105.9 The X programming department,” said Edgar. “She will bring her strategic thinking, music and lifestyle knowledge and creative promotional ideas to the station. Plus, she is an actual rock star, performing with her local band Tiny Wars.”
Krizner began her career with 105.9 The X in 2008, where she most recently served as an Assistant Program Director and Morning Show Host. She has also served as the Music Director and an on-air personality for iHeartRadio’s Custom Alternative station. She received her master’s degree in Multimedia Technology from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve as Program Director for my hometown station, 105.9 The X,” said Krizner. “My thirteen years have been so much more than the creative expression heard on the air. I’ve had incredible leadership with mentors providing apt challenges along the way that will serve me well as I take on this role.”