Radio News Reporter/Anchor - iHeartMedia, Inc

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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it!  iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service.  In fact, we have:

• More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;

• We’re the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;

• iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;

• We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;

• iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;

• Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and

• We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale.  As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option. 

Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity.  Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.

Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.  At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

What We Need:

Excellent writer, interest in local and state news and events. Clear voice and speaking style for possible future reporter or anchor opportunities.

What You'll Do:

• Write news stories for multiple markets as assigned 

• Maintain crucial deadlines in order to provide news stories in a timely fashion. 

• Write clear and concise news copy 

• Produce, edit and write content for 24/7 Newswire. 

• Gather audio from press conferences, live events and partner TV stations 

• Monitors sources for breaking news, e.g., wires and social media. 

• Finalize content using digital audio editing software

• Must have general knowledge of all current events including but not limited to political, entertainment, sports, finance or military. 

• Repackages content from producers and field reporters for newscasts. 

• May be called on to anchor or report as needed, and roduce short-form reports (voicers/wraps) for anchors on the following shift. 

• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Need:

• Excellent reading, comprehension, and writing skills
• Contemporary writing style (we will coach)
• Excellent spelling and grammar
• Clear voice and enunciation. Unaffected speaking style.
• Understanding and interest in news and politics
• Public speaking or broadcast experience
• Audio editing experience
• Photo editing experience

What You'll Bring:

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return

• Ability to work within standardized procedures and an understanding of when to escalate

• Skills to solve straightforward problems using established procedures

• Close attention to detail, following up until issues are resolved

• Common courtesy when communicating with coworkers and outside contacts

• Ability to work both in team and individual environments, coordinate with coworkers to develop the best stories.
• Accept coaching and work to accomplish goals in writing style, news content, and delivery.
   

Location:

Des Moines, IA: 2141 Grand Ave, 50312

Position Type:                                                                                             

Regular

Time Type:

Part time

Pay Type:

Hourly

Benefits:

iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement)

• A 401K plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving

• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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