Weekend News Anchor (part-time)

iHeartMedia • Des Moines, IA

19h • 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 an experienced radio news anchor and reporter with a strong background in live anchoring. This is not an entry-level position. It is inside our Des Moines newsroom and cannot be done from a remote location. The ideal candidate is skilled in audio recording and editing for broadcast, with excellent comprehension, writing, and editorial judgment. This is for weekend mornings in multiple major markets.

Requirements

• Experienced radio news anchor and reporter with a strong background in live anchoring
• Skilled in audio recording and editing for broadcast
• Excellent comprehension, writing, and editorial judgment
• Expertise using Microsoft Office suite and social networking platforms
• Knowledgeable and up-to-date on local and national trends and/or 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

• Write, record, and edit audio for broadcast news stories
• Write and publish news content for web and social media
• 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

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