News Anchor/Reporter

iHeartMedia • Atlanta, GA

1d • 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 seeking a News Reporter to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your experience in a fast-paced environment and continue growing your skills.

Requirements

• Expertise using Microsoft Office suite and social networking platforms
• To be knowledgeable and up-to-date on local and national trends and/or to have specialized knowledge of subjects/events related to on-air topics
• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation
• Well-rounded communication skills for conducting interviews
• Excellent writing and editing skills; proficient in grammar
• Proficiency in media production and broadcast systems
• Ability to plan and organize, set priorities and multi task in a fast-paced environment
• 3+ years’ experience in on-air journalism in smaller market or college station
• 4 – year college degree, preferably in Broadcast Journalism or Communications

Nice To Haves

• Bilingualism is a plus

Responsibilities

• Gather and verify information through interviews, observation and research ensuring that the news reported remains objective and balanced
• Monitor sources for breaking news, e.g., wires and social media
• Plan, write, edit, and voice news broadcasts
• Finalize content using digital audio editing software
• Maintain crucial deadlines in order to provide news stories in a timely fashion
• Repackage content from producers and field reporters for newscasts
• Identify technical equipment and resource requirements for recording interviews and other audio material
• Produce features and interviews as assigned
• May specialize in a particular field of news broadcasting (e.g. political, traffic, finance or military)
• Prepare written content, visual images, audio material and video footage for websites, blogs or other social-media platforms

Benefits

• 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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level