Manager, Digital Media Strategy & Planning

iHeart

Media is seeking a Manager, Digital Media Strategy & Planning to power our sales organization and reinforce our position as the leader in digital audio. This role is central to shaping winning RFP responses across streaming, podcasting, display, and social – translating complex opportunities into clear, compelling media strategies.

• Support the development of digital RFP strategies across streaming, podcasting, social, and experiential/event offerings, ensuring plans are thoughtfully constructed, insight‑driven, and aligned with advertiser objectives.
• Create and manage all supporting RFP materials, including detailed Excel‑based media plans, presentation decks, and custom documentation that clearly communicates strategy, value, and performance expectations.
• Leverage internal documentation and workflow systems to accurately assign RFP ownership, track progress, meet deadlines, and maintain visibility across multiple stakeholders.
• Partner closely with inventory and planning teams, utilizing internal inventory management systems to assess availability, pricing, and feasibility in support of strong, competitive RFP responses.
• Analyze post‑sale performance data and campaign insights to identify learnings, optimize future recommendations, and continuously strengthen pre‑sale strategy, planning, and storytelling.

• 2–4 years of experience in media strategy or planning.
• Strong interest in media and technologies with a desire to stay informed on new trends.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional maturity, integrity, discipline, and a positive attitude.
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills.
• Expertise in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Self‑motivated work ethic with the ability to manage time effectively.
• Creative problem solver who can quickly pinpoint client needs.

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should treat you in return.
• Accountability for own work and desire to provide guidance to new team members.
• Ability to contribute to several projects simultaneously under moderate direction.
• Application of objective judgement, technical skills, and prior experience to solve business problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the knack for explaining complex information straightforwardly.
• Desire for continued knowledge sharing and learning.
• Understanding of the impact of own decisions.

Salary: $57,200 – $71,500, commensurate with experience and market data.

• Employer‑sponsored medical, dental, and vision with a variety of coverage options.
• Company‑provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays.
• Spirit day to encourage community volunteering.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost.
• Additional voluntary programs (spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance, etc.).

Chicago, IL – 233 N. Michigan Avenue, 30thFloor, 60601.

Position Type:
Regular (Full time) – Salaried.

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 as allowed by law. Our organization participates in E‑Verify.