Area Senior Vice President of Programming

iHeart

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** The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it!  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.  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 iHeart

Radio Music Festival, the iHeart

Radio Music Awards, the iHeart

Country Festival, iHeart

Radio Fiesta Latina and the iHeart

Radio Jingle Ball Tour;
* iHeart

Radio 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: iHeart

Media!

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 iHeart

Media we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!
** What We Need:
** iHeart

Media is seeking an Area Senior Vice President of Programming (ASVPP) to lead strategy, elevate performance, and inspire high‑impact teams across the Nebraska–Iowa Region. This leader will drive ratings growth across broadcast, digital, and live events while ensuring the highest quality standards and protecting station licenses. The ASVPP partners closely with the Market President and VP of Sales to fuel revenue growth, strengthen brand identities, and deliver exceptional audience experiences.

This role sets the tone for the market — modeling iHeart

Media’s values, developing talent, and ensuring our programming consistently performs at the highest level.
** What You'll Do:
*** Lead strategy and execution for all programming across the Nebraska–Iowa Region.
* Identify, develop, coach, and manage Promotions staff, Digital leads, and On‑Air Talent.
* Analyze ratings and market research to grow audience, identify risks/opportunities, and drive ratings performance.
* Monitor competitive activity and develop strategies to outperform the market.
* Partner with Air Talent, Promotions, and Digital teams to strengthen audience engagement and build brand presence across broadcast, digital, and live events.
* Ensure ongoing investment in original digital content by working closely with On‑Air Talent and Program Directors.
* Support the design and execution of live events in the market.
* Oversee day‑to‑day…