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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! From broadcast radio to digital streaming radio to podcasting, audio continues to grow – and iHeart, which reaches 90% of Americans every month, is the #1 audio company in America across every one of those platforms. We’re the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers; we 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; 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. Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia.

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. 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:
iHeartMedia has a rare opening for a seasoned anchor/reporter on multiple stations (including WGY) in multiple markets throughout the Northeast. Employee will also perform in-house reporting duties, produce content for national wire service and perform general newsroom assignments. Candidates should have high standards for audio quality, strong on-air presentation skills and the ability to write radio broadcast style copy.

What You'll Do:
Anchor newscasts for multiple markets.
Write clear, concise news copy.
Produce, edit and write content for 24/7 Newswire.
Gather audio from press conferences, live events and partner TV stations.
Produce short-form reports (voicers/wraps) for anchors on the following shift. -May be called on to anchor breaking news reports as needed.

What You'll Need:
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

Bilingualism is a plus

3+ years’ experience in on-air journalism in smaller market or college station

4 – year college degree, preferably in Broadcast Journalism or Communications

What You'll Bring:
Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return

Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without needing close supervision

Problem solving skills within established procedures

Understanding of when to seek guidance for unforeseen problems

Close attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to act in a professional manner and collaborate with colleagues of different levels

Location:
Latham, NY: 1203 Troy/Schenectady Road, 12110

Position Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full 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

Company provided and supplemental life insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing

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!

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.

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