News Anchor​/In-House Reporter

Overview

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;
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  Radio 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.

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.

We’re seeking a seasoned major‑market news professional to anchor across top stations and generate compelling, timely news content. This role includes breaking news coverage, in‑house assignments, and occasional field reporting. It is not an entry‑level position — we need an experienced journalist with proven major‑market credibility and strong editorial instincts.

• Anchor multiple market newscasts.
• Cover breaking news.
• Write clear, concise news copy.
• Produce, edit and write content for 24/7 Newswire.
• Post news and video content to newsroom social media platforms.
• Gather audio from press conferences, live events, etc.
• Produce short‑form reports (voicer/wraps) for anchors on the following shift.
• May be called on to anchor breaking news reports as needed.
• General newsroom responsibilities and duties as assigned.

• 5+ years of broadcast news experience.
• Strong on‑air presence and ability to present newscasts with authority.
• Self‑motivated in finding stories as a reporter and while anchoring newscasts.
• Strong social media skills including writing/posting for Facebook, X, and Instagram.
• Excellent writing and editing ability; excellent grammar.
• Must be willing to work nights, holidays, and weekends as assigned.
• Strong time‑management skills; adept at setting priorities and managing deadlines.
• Knowledgeable and up to date with local, regional, and national trends.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• 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.

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. $28.58 - $35.73

New York, NY: 125 West 55th Street, 10019

Regular

Full time