Part Time Farm Show Producer

iHeartMedia Markets

                                                                             

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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:

NewsRadio 1040 WHO-AM/Des Moines is seeking a Farm Show assistant who is passionate about farming and agriculture to help the Big Show deliver top rated and award winning news and information to the farming industry. The ideal candidate will get exposure to a broad range of media/radio disciplines, specifically in farm and agricultural broadcasting.

                                                                             

What You'll Do:

• Write, review and/or edit news copy, introductions, public service announcements, commercials, pre-recorded reports, contests, etc.

• Participate in promotional events.

• May be responsible for operating control board for studios and remote programming.

• Regulate program timing, operates syndicated programming, and plays commercials.

• Monitor the technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from master control room.

• Protect station’s license by censoring live programs and deleting words/phrases not permitted on air.

• Process time-out programming for accurate play back.

• Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notifies Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting quality of the broadcast.

• Handle emergency inserts (e.g. news updates and breaking stories, emergencies, alert system tests, etc.).

• Rotates through various radio functions including sales, programming, events, etc. with focus on farm broadcasting with The Big Show on WHO-AM/Des Moines.

• Conducts research & analysis.

• Prepares & delivers reports as required.

• Learns job processes/requirements in assigned functions.

• Assists in developing and broadening interest in iHeartMedia.

                                                                             

What You'll Need:

• Interest and knowledge of the agricultural industry.
• Able to be flexible with working hours.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms,
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Work experience or education in media field a plus.
• Career interest in media industry and agriculture.

                                                                             

What You'll Bring:

                                                                             

Location:

Des Moines, IA: 2141 Grand Ave, 50312

                                                                             

Position Type:                                                                                             

Regular

                                                                             

Time Type:

Part 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 (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!

                                                                             

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

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.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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