Overview
Total Traffic + Weather Network iHeartMedia is the #1 audio company in America, reaching 90% of Americans every month with a wide range of audio products and events. We are committed to diversity, collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.
What We Need
We’re seeking an experienced radio news anchor and reporter with a strong background in live anchoring, government coverage, and on-the-ground reporting. You should be skilled in audio recording and editing for broadcast, with excellent comprehension, writing, and editorial judgment. A personable, compelling delivery, a clear and engaging voice, and strong storytelling instincts are essential.
What You’ll Do Report on assigned news topics, including city council and state legislature coverage
Pitch and develop enterprise stories
Collaborate closely with newsroom leadership and fellow reporters
Produce video stories for social platforms as assigned
Photograph news scenes for digital use
Write, record, and edit audio for broadcast news stories
Write and publish news content for web and social media
Prepare and anchor newscasts as assigned
Learn and help cover all 13 markets across our six-state region
What You’ll Need College degree in journalism or 3–5 years of broadcast news experience
Strong passion for news, natural curiosity, and excellent interviewing skills
Exceptional comprehension, writing, and editing abilities with a contemporary writing style
Advanced pronunciation, spelling, and on-air language skills
Clear, engaging voice with personable, modern delivery
Strong storytelling instincts
Solid technical aptitude and ability to learn new tools quickly
Experience with web publishing and social media
Knowledge of audio recording, editing, and sound selection for news
What You’ll Bring Respect for others and a belief that others should reciprocate
Subject matter expertise to conceive and communicate original ideas
A growth mindset with knowledge sharing and mentorship within the team
Open communication to encourage a broad point of view and build team consensus
Strong desire for collaboration between teams
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Commitment to continuous process improvement for team effectiveness
Advanced problem-solving techniques
Location
Des Moines, IA: 2141 Grand Ave, 50312
Position Details
Position Type: Regular
Time Type: Part time
Pay Type: Hourly
Benefits Employer-sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
A 401K plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost with telephonic counseling and related services
Additional voluntary programs (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 may be required for certain positions and as allowed by law. Our organization participates in E-Verify. Learn more about E-Verify.
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Total Traffic + Weather Network iHeartMedia is the #1 audio company in America, reaching 90% of Americans every month with a wide range of audio products and events. We are committed to diversity, collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.
What We Need
We’re seeking an experienced radio news anchor and reporter with a strong background in live anchoring, government coverage, and on-the-ground reporting. You should be skilled in audio recording and editing for broadcast, with excellent comprehension, writing, and editorial judgment. A personable, compelling delivery, a clear and engaging voice, and strong storytelling instincts are essential.
What You’ll Do Report on assigned news topics, including city council and state legislature coverage
Pitch and develop enterprise stories
Collaborate closely with newsroom leadership and fellow reporters
Produce video stories for social platforms as assigned
Photograph news scenes for digital use
Write, record, and edit audio for broadcast news stories
Write and publish news content for web and social media
Prepare and anchor newscasts as assigned
Learn and help cover all 13 markets across our six-state region
What You’ll Need College degree in journalism or 3–5 years of broadcast news experience
Strong passion for news, natural curiosity, and excellent interviewing skills
Exceptional comprehension, writing, and editing abilities with a contemporary writing style
Advanced pronunciation, spelling, and on-air language skills
Clear, engaging voice with personable, modern delivery
Strong storytelling instincts
Solid technical aptitude and ability to learn new tools quickly
Experience with web publishing and social media
Knowledge of audio recording, editing, and sound selection for news
What You’ll Bring Respect for others and a belief that others should reciprocate
Subject matter expertise to conceive and communicate original ideas
A growth mindset with knowledge sharing and mentorship within the team
Open communication to encourage a broad point of view and build team consensus
Strong desire for collaboration between teams
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Commitment to continuous process improvement for team effectiveness
Advanced problem-solving techniques
Location
Des Moines, IA: 2141 Grand Ave, 50312
Position Details
Position Type: Regular
Time Type: Part time
Pay Type: Hourly
Benefits Employer-sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
A 401K plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost with telephonic counseling and related services
Additional voluntary programs (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 may be required for certain positions and as allowed by law. Our organization participates in E-Verify. Learn more about E-Verify.
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