Radio News Anchor/In-House Reporter
About The Position
Total Traffic + Weather Network Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title. 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! 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: We’re seeking a seasoned major‑market news professional to anchor across top stations and generate compelling, timely news content. This role includes breaking news coverage, in‑house assignments, and occasional field reporting. It is not an entry‑level position — we need an experienced journalist with proven major‑market credibility and strong editorial instincts. This could very well be an AM drive shift.
Requirements
- More than five years of broadcast news experience with a proven record of strong editorial judgment.
- Confident on‑air presence with the ability to deliver newscasts with clarity, authority, and professionalism.
- Self‑motivated reporter with a strong instinct for finding stories both in the field and while anchoring.
- Skilled in writing and posting content across major social platforms, including Facebook, X, and Instagram.
- Excellent writing and editing abilities with strong command of grammar and AP style.
- Willingness to work nights, holidays, and weekends as needed in a fast‑paced news environment.
- Strong time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and meet tight deadlines.
- Knowledgeable and current on local, regional, and national news, trends, and issues.
- Able to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative newsroom setting.
- 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
- Anchor newscasts across multiple markets with accuracy, clarity, and strong on‑air presence.
- Cover breaking news with urgency, sound editorial judgment, and reliable sourcing.
- Write clear, concise, and engaging news copy for on‑air delivery.
- Produce, write, and edit content for the 24/7 Newswire.
- Post timely news updates and video content to newsroom social media platforms.
- Gather audio from press conferences, live events, and other news sources.
- Produce short‑form reports (voicers and wraps) for anchors on the next shift.
- Step in to anchor breaking news coverage as needed.
- Support general newsroom operations and perform additional 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
