News Writer - Phoenix, United States - iHeartMedia, Inc.

iHeartMedia, Inc.

Verified Company

Phoenix, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

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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 wellknown 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

What We Need:
Responsible for gathering, creating and distributing text and audio content to radio stations, websites and other platforms as required. The employee will write content for national wire service. This includes summaries for local markets as assigned and the production of news audio.

This is an overnight shift, please be willing to work these hours, along with holidays and weekends if you apply.

This is an "in-house" newsroom position in our downtown Phoenix operation - it cannot be done from home or a remote location.

What You'll Do:

News writer/anchor
Gather, write, edit, and prepare content (text and audio) for wire service.
Anchor national and local newscasts as assigned.
General newsroom responsibilities.

What You'll Need:

Threeplus years of news/journalism experience
Fully proficient with station(s)' computer, voice, and data systems or ability to learn new systems quickly
Willingness to initially work overnights
Knowledge of local audience's interests and preferences
Excellent writing and editing ability; excellent grammar
Strong time management skills; adept at setting priorities and managing deadlines
Ability to plan and organize, manage projects and multitask in a fastpaced environment
High degree of attention to detail, optimal work standards and process improvement ability
Stress tolerance especially with tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills, can collaborate with all station staff
Fouryear Bachelor's degree in a related field; Media, Communications, or Journalism preferred

What You'll Bring:

Location:

Phoenix, AZ: 4686 E. Van Buren Street, Suite 400, 85008

Position Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full 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
Company provided and supplemental life insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing
A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
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

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employme