Reporting to group programme director John Simons, Stevens will continue to oversee all imaging for the group and will also work alongside brand programme directors on all aspects of station output.

In addition, Stevens will have a special focus on digital content and partnerships in his new role.

Meanwhile, GMG has appointed "brand" news editors for its Real Radio and Smooth UK networks. Vicky Etchells, currently news editor at Real Radio Yorkshire, will take up the role for Real Radio, ...