National News Producer

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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:*
* We are looking for an afternoon/evening National News Producer for iHeart Media's 24/7 News operation in Phoenix.  This is an in-house position and cannot be done from a remote location.  This position requires very deep attention to detail and strong organizational skills.  Must be willing to work nights, weekends & holidays.

** What You'll Do:*
* Primary responsibility will be running and managing a busy news-desk for a national wire and radio service.

Manage Breaking News content on a local/regional/national level.

Employee will also edit copy, write copy, hand out assignments and manage the newsroom floor at the Phoenix 24/7 News Operation.

Post content (text & audio) to various platforms for affiliates.

Other duties as assigned.

** What You'll Need:*
* The ideal candidate can make quick decisions and work in a very deadline-oriented environment.

An extensive background in editing and content creation is required.

Must be skilled and highly proficient with coverage of breaking news and overall newsroom management.

Willingness to initially work overnights/weekends etc.

Three-plus years of news/journalism experience

Excellent writing and editing ability; excellent grammar

Experience supervising staff

** What You'll Bring:*
* + Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return

+ Full proficiency and understanding of job function

+ Open communication…