National News Producer

iHeartMedia • Phoenix, AZ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month. We are looking for an afternoon/evening National News Producer for iHeart Media's 24/7 News operation in Phoenix. This is an in-house position and cannot be done from a remote location. This position requires very deep attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Must be willing to work nights, weekends & holidays.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate can make quick decisions and work in a very deadline-oriented environment.
• An extensive background in editing and content creation is required.
• Must be skilled and highly proficient with coverage of breaking news and overall newsroom management.
• Willingness to initially work overnights/weekends etc.
• Three-plus years of news/journalism experience
• Excellent writing and editing ability; excellent grammar
• Experience supervising staff

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility will be running and managing a busy news-desk for a national wire and radio service.
• Manage Breaking News content on a local/regional/national level.
• Employee will also edit copy, write copy, hand out assignments and manage the newsroom floor at the Phoenix 24/7 News Operation.
• Post content (text & audio) to various platforms for affiliates.
• Other duties as assigned.

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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed