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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 :

Motivated journalist, able to turn complex issues into conversational, compelling, and focused stories. Must have clear voice and enunciation for reporting and anchoring, with engaging and conversational delivery.

What You'll Do :

News reporter, writer, anchor.

Gathers, writes, edits, and prepares content (text and audio) for online and on air.

Excellent reading, writing, and pronunciation required.

On scene as well as online reporting as assigned.

Anchors newscasts as assigned.

General newsroom responsibilities.

What You'll Need :

Excellent news writing skills, excellent grammar and spelling.

Conversational writing style, maintain journalistic credibility and integrity.

Follow news, understand complex issues and governmental processes.

Clear voice, clear enunciation, conversational and engaging delivery.

Self-motivated, passionate about news, collaborative team player.

Able to adapt to new software, edit audio (Adobe Audition and Audacity), post on web.

What You'll Bring :

Learn and follow company and newsroom policies

Self-motivated to find and chase stories

Collaborative team member, encourage and assist others

Able to accept and apply coaching and direction

Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return

Ability to work within standardized procedures and an understanding of when to escalate

Skills to solve straightforward problems using established procedures

Close attention to detail, following up until issues are resolved

Common courtesy when communicating with coworkers and outside contacts

Location :

Omaha, NE : 5010 Underwood Ave, 68132

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.

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