Manager, Digital Strategy & Planning

Manager, Digital Media Strategy & Planning

iHeart

Media, 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. 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.

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. You'll own the development of smart, insight-driven plans, produce best-in-class submission materials, and confidently navigate evolving tools and systems.

The ideal candidate is a strong cross-functional communicator who partners seamlessly with sales, manages workflows with precision, and leverages post-sale performance insights to continuously elevate pre-sale strategy and storytelling.

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 experience

Interest in media, technologies, and a desire to keep informed of new trends

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Professional maturity, integrity, discipline and a positive attitude

Excellent written communication and presentation skills

Expert at PowerPoint and Excel

Self-motivated work ethic with the ability to manage time effectively

Creative problem solver that can quickly pinpoint client needs

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. $60,000 - $75,000

Location:

Chicago, IL: 233 N. Michigan Avenue, 30th Floor, 60601

Position Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Type:

Salaried

Benefits: iHeart

Media'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 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!