Sports Talk Show Host

iHeartMedia; Des Moines (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

EAP

Job summary

iHeartMedia, Des Moines, IA, is seeking a part-time radio announcer to deliver news, announce music, provide weather and traffic updates, and engage listeners through on-air interviews.

Requirements include a 4-year degree in Communications or Broadcast Journalism, excellent writing/editing, a clear on-air voice, and ability to interview guests. Hourly pay and a flexible schedule are provided.

Qualifications

• Energetic on-air presence with clear diction and pronunciation.
• Strong storytelling and ability to engage listeners.
• Solid writing and editing for news and scripts.
• Ability to interview guests and conduct compelling conversations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver news, weather, traffic and sports on air.
• Announce playlists and introduce programming segments.
• Provide engaging commentary and conduct listener interviews.

Skills

On-air delivery

Interviewing

Writing & editing

Spanish (optional)

Education

Bachelors in Communications or Broadcast Journalism

Tools

Broadcast systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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!

What We Need:

Creates, produces and announces topics on the radio, including music, entertainment, politics, news, weather, sports, traffic and other topics of interest.

What You'll Do:

Responsibilities

• Deliver newscasts; announces radio playlist of musical selections; gives weather and traffic conditions; delivers sport scores, statistics and upcoming game information.

• Comment on music and other matters of interest to audience (e.g. time, weather, traffic conditions) and may interview musical personalities and members of listening audience.

• Typically specializes in one type of music (e.g. classical, pop, rock, country and western, etc.).

• Write, review and/or edit news copy, introductions, public service announcements, commercials, pre-recorded reports, contests, etc.

• Participate in promotional events.

• May be responsible for operating control board for studios and remote programming.

• May directly sell advertising space to advertisers.

• Regulate program timing, operates syndicated programming, and plays commercials.

• Monitor the technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from master control room.

• Protect station’s license by censoring live programs and deleting words/phrases not permitted on air.

• Process time-out programming for accurate play back.

• Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notifies Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting quality of the broadcast.

• Handle emergency inserts (e.g. news updates and breaking stories, emergencies, alert system tests, etc.).

What You'll Need:

Qualifications

• Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions

• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation

• Well-rounded communication skills for conducting interviews

• Ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air

• Excellent writing and editing skills; proficient in grammar

• Proficient in media production and broadcast systems

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and social networking

• May require selling skills

• May require other language proficiency, e.g., Spanish

Work Experience

• 1-2 years’ experience as an announcer in smaller market or college station environment

Education

• 4-year college degree, preferably in Communications or Broadcast Journalism

Certifications

• None required

What You'll Bring:

Location:

Des Moines, IA: 2141 Grand Ave, 50312

Position Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Part 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 (employees meeting ACA measurement)

• 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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