News Writer/Editor

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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:

Responsible for gathering, creating and distributing text and audio content to radio stations, websites and other platforms as required. Employee will write content for national wire service . This includes summaries for local markets as assigned and the production of news audio. Employee may also anchor newscasts. This may be an overnight, afternoon, early morning or weekend position - please be willing to work these shifts if you apply (very likely overnights). This is an "in-house" newsroom position in our downtown Phoenix operation - it cannot be done from home or a remote location.

What You'll Do:

Responsibilities

News writer/anchor
Gathers, writes, edits and prepares content (text and audio) for wire service.
Anchors national and local newscasts as assigned.
General newsroom responsibilities.

What You'll Need:

Qualifications:

Three-plus years of news/journalism experience
Fully proficient with station(s)’ computer, voice and data systems or ability to learn new systems quickly
Knowledge of local audience’s interests and preferences
Excellent writing and editing ability; excellent grammar
Strong time management skills; adept at setting priorities and managing deadlines
Ability to plan and organize, manage projects and multi task in a fast-paced environment
High degree of attention to detail, optimal work standards and process improvement ability
Stress tolerance especially with tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills, can collaborate with all station staff

Education

Four-year Bachelor's degree in a related field; Media, Communications, or Journalism preferred

Certifications

None required

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 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