Digital Content and News Director - KFBK

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 is 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!

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
Oversees online news content activities for KFBK, including KFBK's social media.

What You'll Do
Responsibilities

Oversees the planning, development and acquisition of content for online sites, a discrete portion of online sites, or an assigned market segment.

Creates, enhances, and sets the direction and tone of online content.

Identifies additional markets.

Creates measurable demand generation campaigns that drive traffic to iHeartMedia's websites.

Owns all aspects of demand generation, acquisition and online marketing, including landing pages, advertising (display, retargeting, mobile, in-app and other advertising); ensures quality.

Collaborates with Marketing, Operations, Sales, support and senior management team members to shape goals, strategies and tactics.

Devises unique, creative ideas for new features, content and enhancements that advance objectives and strategic plan.

Evaluates, selects and manages outside vendors as appropriate, including direct marketing agencies, email providers, list brokers, etc.

What You'll Need
Qualifications

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, social networking platforms, Google Analytics, Hubspot and Salesforce or similar tools

Ability to adapt in real-time to different breaking local news and/or national trending topics

Knowledge of social apps including Social Flow, Hootsuite and Tweetdeck required

Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus

Ability to learn news systems quickly

Highly proficient in digital content including websites, social media, blogs and mobile/tablet applications, video, etc.

Demonstrated excellence in demand generation marketing

Excellent oral and written communication skills; proven writing, editing, proofreading and copywriting skills

Excellent project management skills; strong attention to detail, and high work standards

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a matrixed team

Experienced journalist who's covered and wrote news for either radio, television, newspaper, digital news

Some on-air experience on radio or television

Collaborates with KFBK Air Talent on digital content

Interacts with staff and utilizes the resources of 24-7 News Pacific Region

Contributes on-air segments for KFBK Morning & Afternoon News as requested

Fills in as a back-up KFBK Morning & Afternoon News Producer when other fill ins aren't available

Covers breaking news events on-air as requested

Work Experience

5-8 years of work experience in Journalism/Marketing

Samples of demand generation marketing and/or online sites

Media experience preferred as a news reporter, anchor, or producer

Education

Bachelor's degree preferably in Marketing, Journalism or Communications

Certifications

None 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

Ability to work independently with minimal guidance

In-depth knowledge of key business drivers and how this impacts your team

Experience in team and project management for mid-sized projects

Ability to recognize and mitigate risk

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.

$70,304 - $80,000

Location
Sacramento, CA: 1545 River Park Drive, Suite 500, 95815

Position Type
Regular

Time Type
Full time

Pay Type
Salaried

Benefits

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

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!

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.

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