Job Title
Digital Reporter
Company
iHeartMedia
Job Description
iHeartMedia Markets
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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, 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 iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;
iHeartRadio 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: iHeartMedia!
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 iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!
What We Need: The Digital Reporter will be in charge of creating daily video news content, both on and behind camera, that is distributed in a timely manner to station social platforms. This person will have urgency, adaptability, ability to meet tight deadlines and the willingness to be available as breaking local/national news occurs.
What You’ll Do:
- Record, edit, and post daily digital video packages to radio station social platforms based on breaking news, local stories, and other relevant content.
- Work closely with Digital Program Director to identify content that can be posted to social media and distributed to show pages online.
- Communicate with station Program Director, producers and show hosts to maximize digital listening opportunities.
- Guide show hosts on best practices when posting videos to their personal pages and the station account.
- Choose content for and create daily email blast sent to station subscribers.
- Ensure real-time social media updates align with local and national breaking news.
- Organize and manage all social platform content through scheduling tools.
What You’ll Need:
- 1-2+ years of related experience, preferably in a newsroom atmosphere.
- Bilingual English and Spanish preferred, not required.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Premiere on a Mac Platform, as well as apps like Canva and CapCut.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social platforms (including Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube).
- Functional knowledge of social trends and ability to learn/adapt to new technology.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, sharing projects, knowledge, and experience.
- Excellent clear oral and written communication skills; excellent grammar; strong writing and editing skills.
- Urgency, stress tolerance & flexibility especially when working under pressure and on multiple projects with tight deadlines.
- High degree of attention to detail and optimal work standards.
- Desire to grow and develop additional skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Media Production or Communications is preferred.
What You’ll Bring:
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.
$21.15 – $29.08
Location: Burbank, CA: 3400 West Olive Avenue, Suite 550, 91505
Position Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Pay Type: Hourly
Benefits:
iHeartMedia’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, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing
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!
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.
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Expected Salary
Location
Burbank, CA
Job Posting Date
Fri, 29 Sep 2023 04:34:29 GMT