Morning Drive News Anchor — Lead Multi‑Market Reporting

RadioJobs; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Volunteer day

401K

EAP

Job summary

iHeartMedia in Des Moines, IA is seeking a seasoned radio news anchor/writer for morning drive. This full-time hourly role requires substantial on-air experience and strong writing ability.

You will anchor newscasts across markets, craft copy, and manage social media content for the newsroom, including gathering audio from events and press conferences. The position emphasizes independence and collaboration in a fast-paced environment, with a 4‑year degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in on-air journalism in smaller market or college station.
• 4-year college degree preferred, Communications or Journalism degree a plus.

Responsibilities

• Anchor newscasts for multiple markets.
• Write clear, concise news copy.
• Produce, edit and write content for 24/7 Newswire.
• Post news and video content to newsroom social media platforms.
• Gather audio from press conferences, live events and partner TV stations.
• Produce short-form reports (voicers/wraps) for anchors on the following shift.
• May be called on to anchor breaking news reports as needed.
• General newsroom responsibilities and other duties as assigned.

Skills

On-air journalism

News writing

Social media

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or Journalism

Tools

Broadcast systems

Audio production

Job description

iHeartMedia in Des Moines, IA is seeking a seasoned radio news anchor/writer for morning drive. This full-time hourly role requires substantial on-air experience and strong writing ability.

You will anchor newscasts across markets, craft copy, and manage social media content for the newsroom, including gathering audio from events and press conferences. The position emphasizes independence and collaboration in a fast-paced environment, with a 4‑year degree preferred.