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News Writer/Editor (overnights)-April 2024
Phoenix
Apr 16, 2025
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  Current employees and contingent workers click here (https://wd5.myworkday.com/iheartmedia/d/task/3005$4482.htmld) to apply and search by the Job Posting Title.

  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 is an overnight position to start- please be willing to work this shift if you apply. 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

  Location:

  Phoenix, AZ: 4686 E. Van Buren Street, Suite 400, 85008

  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!

  We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

  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.

  Our organization participates in E-Verify. Click here (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees) to learn about E-Verify.

  iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in the United States, reaching nine out of 10 Americans every month – we specialize in radio, digital, social, podcasts, influencers, data, and events across the nation and provide premier opportunities for advertisers.

  Visit iHeartMedia.com to learn more about us.

  Please review our Privacy Policy (https://www.iheartmedia.com/legal/privacy-applicants) and Terms of Use (https://www.iheart.com/content/terms-of-use/) .

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