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iHeartMedia is hiring: Radio News Reporter/Anchor in Los Angeles

iHeartMedia · Los Angeles, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Part Time

iHeartMedia Markets

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;

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 a seasoned radio news anchor with excellent writing skills, clear and conversational delivery, and a strong interest in local and state news.

What You'll Do

Deliver radio newscasts.

Write news stories for multiple markets.

Maintain deadlines 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.

Monitor sources for breaking news (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 and finance.

Repackage content from producers and field reporters for newscasts.

May be called on to anchor or report as needed.

Produce short-form reports (voicers/wraps) for anchors on the following shift.

What You'll Need

Knowledge of the Mervin Block style of writing.

Ability to run your own audio board.

Experience with Microsoft Office.

Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation and grammar.

Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, newsroom.

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Must be willing to work weekends.

Previous on-air broadcast experience is preferred but not required.

Journalism degree is preferred but not required.

What You'll Bring

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

Full proficiency and understanding of job function.

Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus.

Strong problem solving skills.

Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance.

Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness.

Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience.

Compensation
Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data.

$27.20 - $34.00

Location
Burbank, CA: 3400 West Olive Avenue, Suite 550, 91505

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.

Our organization participates in E-Verify. Learn more at https://www.e-verify.gov/employees.

Please review our Privacy Policy at https://www.iheartmedia.com/legal/privacy-applicants and Terms of Use at https://www.iheart.com/content/terms-of-use/.

Visit iHeartMedia.com to learn more about us.

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In Summary: iHeartMedia is seeking a seasoned radio news anchor with excellent writing skills, clear and conversational delivery, and a strong interest in local and state news . We're looking for teammates passionate about what we do! The company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone .

En Español:

iHeartMedia Markets La revolución de audio está aquí y iHeard lo lidera! iHeastMedia, la compañía de audio número uno en Estados Unidos , llega al 90% de los estadounidenses cada mes - una audiencia mensual que es el doble del tamaño de cualquier otra empresa de audio casi tres veces el tamaño de la red de televisión más grande Y casi 4 veces el tamanho del mayor servicio de transmisión de música con apoyo publicitario. De hecho, tenemos: Más mercados clasificados #1 que las dos compañías de radio más grandes siguientes combinadas; Somos el editor de podcasts más grande , con más descargas mensuales que los editores de podcast segundo y tercero más grandes juntos . Podcasting, el nuevo medio de comunicación en rápido crecimiento, hoy tiene más usuarios mensuales que los servicios musicales de streaming o Netflix; iHeart es el hogar de muchas de las personalidades y influencers podcasts más populares y confiables del país, que construyen importantes conexiones con cientos de comunidades a lo largo de América. Creamos y producimos algunos de los eventos de música en vivo de marca más popular y bien conocidos en Estados Unidos, incluido el Festival de Música iHeardRadio, los Premios para la Musica iHeartradio, el Festival Country iHeatRadio Fiesta Latina y el Tour Jingle Ball de iHearthRadio. Nuestra empresa valora el estrés de la colaboración, la curiosidad, dar la bienvenida a los disidentes, aceptar errores en la búsqueda de nuevas ideas y respeto por todos. Sólo una compañía en Estados Unidos tiene la posición número uno en todo audio: iHeartMedia! Si estás entusiasmado con este papel pero no sientes que tu experiencia se alinea perfectamente con la descripción del trabajo, te animamos a postularte de todas formas. En iHeartMedia estamos dedicados a construir un lugar de trabajo diverso, inclusivo y auténtico y estamos buscando compañeros de equipo apasionados por lo que hacemos. ¡Qué necesitamos! Buscamos un presentador de noticias de radio experimentado con excelentes habilidades de escritura, entrega clara y conversacional y un fuerte interés en las noticias locales y estatales. Qué harás para entregar noticieros radiofónicos. Escriba historias de noticias para múltiples mercados. Mantenga plazos para proporcionar novelas de manera oportuna. Escribe una copia clara y concisa de la noticia. Produce, edite y escriba contenido para Monitorwire News 24/7. Recolecta audio de conferencias de prensa, eventos en vivo y estaciones de televisión asociadas. Orienta fuentes de breaking news (cables y redes sociales). Conozca más en https://www.e-verify.gov/employees. Por favor revise nuestra Política de Privacidad en http:// www.iheartmedia.com/legal/privacy-applicants y los Términos de uso enhttps://www .iheart.com /content/terms-of-use/. Visite iHeartMedia.com para obtener más información sobre nosotros. #J-18808-Ljbffr