Weekend News Anchor (part-time)

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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:

We're seeking an experienced radio news anchor and reporter with a strong background in live anchoring. This is not an entry-level position. It is inside our Des Moines newsroom and cannot be done from a remote location.

The ideal candidate is skilled in audio recording and editing for broadcast, with excellent comprehension, writing, and editorial judgment. This is for weekend mornings in multiple major markets.

                                                                             

What You'll Do:

Write, record, and edit audio for broadcast news stories

Write and publish news content for web and social media

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

Plan, write, edit, and voice news broadcasts

Finalize content using digital audio editing software

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

Repackage content from producers and field reporters for newscasts
 

                                                                             

What You'll Need:

• Expertise using Microsoft Office suite and social networking platforms

• To be knowledgeable and up-to-date on local and national trends and/or to have specialized knowledge of subjects/events related to on-air topics

• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation

• Well-rounded communication skills for conducting interviews

• Excellent writing and editing skills; proficient in grammar

• Proficiency in media production and broadcast systems

• Ability to plan and organize, set priorities and multi task in a fast-paced environment

• Bilingualism is a plus

• 3+ years’ experience in on-air journalism in smaller market or college station

• 4 – year college degree, preferably in Broadcast Journalism or Communications

                                                                             

What You'll Bring:

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

• Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without needing close supervision

• Problem solving skills within established procedures

• Understanding of when to seek guidance for unforeseen problems

• Close attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to act in a professional manner and collaborate with colleagues of different levels

                                                                             

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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