Radio News Reporter​/Anchor

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
• 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

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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!

We're seeking a seasoned radio news anchor with excellent writing skills, clear and conversational delivery, and a strong interest in local and state news.

• Deliver radio newscasts
• Write news stories for multiple markets
• Maintain deadlines to provide news stories in a timely fashion
• Write clear and concise news copy
• Produce, edit and write content for 24/7 Newswire
• Gather audio from press conferences, live events and partner TV stations
• Monitor sources for breaking news (wires and social media)
• Finalize content using digital audio editing software
• Must have general knowledge of all current events including but not limited to political, entertainment, sports and finance
• Repackage content from producers and field reporters for newscasts
• May be called on to anchor or report as needed
• Produce short-form reports (voicers/wraps) for anchors on the following shift

• Knowledge of the Mervin Block style of writing
• Ability to run your own audio board
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation and grammar
• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented newsroom
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must be willing to work weekends
• Previous on-air broadcast experience is preferred but not required
• Journalism degree is preferred but not required

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Full proficiency and understanding of job function
• Open communication with…