Promotions Manager

iHeartMedia; Glenmont (NY); On-site; USD 55,222,000 - 68,884,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Holidays

Volunteer day

401K

EAP

Job summary

iHeartMedia in New York, NY seeks a skilled Promotions Director to lead advertising and marketing activities and improve product image. You will collaborate across departments to execute remotes, events and street team campaigns from start to finish, coordinate client meetings, and analyze campaign effectiveness.

The role requires a four-year degree in Communications/Advertising/Marketing or equivalent, strong MS Office/Photoshop skills, and proven organizational and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Previous outdoor promotions/marketing or customer service experience.
• Advanced skills in MS Office, Photoshop and social media platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills with time management abilities.
• High work standards and attention to detail.
• Project management from start to finish with accountability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills; maintains composure under pressure.
• Ability to stand for long hours and lift 40 lb objects.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability with clean record.
• Four-year degree in Communications/Advertising/Marketing or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage promotion and direction of advertising and marketing activities.
• Collaborate across departments to create promos, remotes, events and street activities.
• Coordinate client meetings with sellers and sales managers for events and logistics.
• Research program effectiveness and report results to management.
• Provide marketing advice to markets and stations.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Office

Photoshop

Social media platforms

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Four-year college degree (Communications/Advertising/Marketing)

Job description

About iHeartMedia

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;
• 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! 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

We’re seeking a skilled Promotions Director.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the promotion and direction of advertising and marketing activities and campaigns as well as improvement of the Company’s product image, market data and information
• Collaborate with multiple departments to create and execute promotions such as remotes, events, van hits and other street team activities from start to finish
• Coordinate and attend client meetings with sellers and sales manager as needed to plan events and event logistics
• Research program and campaign effectiveness; track and report results to management
• Provide marketing advice to markets and stations
• Drive promotional vehicles
• Perform basic office administrative functions and updates station website
• Conduct on‑site promotions and handle clients and listeners
• Set up and run audio and other type of equipment; hangs banners and other staging elements
• Record events (e.g., photos, videos, audio and social media measures) for studio promotions
• Set up, break down and transport promotion event equipment as required
• Prepare contest rules, waivers and release forms for on‑air, digital, social media and other contests
• Supervise prize inventory and in‑studio prize sheets as well as awarding of prizes at events
• Coordinate and oversee on‑site appearances, remotes and events
• Responsible for all winner prize fulfillment and release forms

What You’ll Need

• Previous experience in outdoor promotions and/or marketing and/or customer service
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Photoshop and social media platforms
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize and effectively manage time
• High work standards and attention to detail
• Project management from start to finish; assume responsibility and accountability for assignments and tasks
• Actively listening skills; clearly and effectively conveys information; demonstrate effective business writing skills; show excellent grasp of grammar
• Exhibit good interpersonal skills; collaborates with others; maintains composure when faced with difficult situations and personalities
• Physical ability to stand for multiple hours and lift or move 40‑pound objects
• Valid state driver’s license and proof of insurability; excellent driving record
• Four‑year college degree (emphasis in Communications, Advertising and Marketing) or equivalent work experience

What You’ll Bring

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Commitment to achieving results and exceeding expectations
• Ability to manage an operational team and set daily priorities
• Growth mindset and desire for continued knowledge sharing and learning
• Understanding of the impact of your own decisions and when to seek guidance
• Business insight and ability to apply knowledge
• Resourcefulness in accomplishing tasks
• Desire for continuous improvement not only personally, but for the whole team, across the business
• Comfort interacting with individuals of all levels
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to set performance expectations and handle sensitive issues

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. $19.23 − $24.04

Location

New York, NY: 125 West 55th Street, 10019

Position Details

Position Type: Regular Time
Type: Full time
Pay Type: Hourly

Benefits

• 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
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

Non‑Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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