Andy Kay jumps from ARN to NOVA Entertainment

Andy Kay has departed ARN for a new gig at NOVA Entertainment in Melbourne.

Previously a senior network brand activations specialist for the Pure Gold and KIIS Networks, Kay has been appointed the Nova 100 brand and promotions manager.

He’ll be responsible for managing the Nova 100 Brand and Promotions team, delivering promotional solutions for NOVA Entertainment’s clients and stations.

Announcing the appointment, NOVA explained that Kay’s remit will see him secure and manage key partnerships, and deliver on the company strategy while ensuring a winning culture of innovation, idea generation and execution across NOVA Entertainment’s brands.

He’ll report directly to NOVA Entertainment brand and promotions director Polly Goodchild.

“We are extremely pleased to appoint Andy Kay to the role of Nova 100 Brand and Promotions Manager,” said Goodchild.

“Andy is a strong leader and his passion for radio and Melbourne make him the perfect culture fit for NOVA Entertainment.

“With seven years’ experience in radio promotions, partnerships and client implementation, he’s the perfect addition to the local Brand and Promotion’s team. We’re really looking forward to him joining the company and hitting the ground running.”

Kay has over 10 years radio and management experience, having joined ARN in 2012, and holding roles including campaign and event specialist for Mix FM’s breakfast show, and national campaign and event manager for ARN’s National Drive Show.

“I’m thrilled to be joining NOVA Entertainment in Melbourne and am especially excited about the new partnerships and experiences that the brand and promotions team will bring to life,” said Kay.

“Working in the radio industry is a dream career for me and joining NOVA Entertainment is a new and exciting chapter in my life. It’ll also be fantastic to reunite with the gorgeous Chrissie Swan after all these years!”