Iowa Broadcasters Association is hiring: Part-Time Sport Broadcast Co-Host in We

Position/Title:
Part-Time Sport Broadcast Co-Host

Details:
iHeartMedia Markets

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.

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.

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:

Here is your chance to talk sports every morning as a co-host on Des Moines #1 sports station 106.3FM and 1460AM KXnO. If you are sports-obsessed, this is the gig for you!

What You'll Do:

• Deliver daily sports talk show, covering sports news, scores, statistics and upcoming game information.
• Stay up-to-date on daily happenings in sporting news to create daily show content and additional online content.
• Comment on other pop culture matters of interest to audience (e.g. time, weather, traffic conditions) and may interview guests and members of listening audience.
• Participate in promotional events and live broadcasts.
• May be responsible for operating control board for studios and remote programming.
• Regulate program timing, operate syndicated programming, and play 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.
• Check studio equipment for proper functioning.
• Handle emergency inserts (e.g. news updates and breaking stories, emergencies, alert system tests, etc.).

What You'll Need:

• Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions.
• Pleasant, charismatic and personable.
• Well-rounded communication skills for conducting interviews.
• Ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air.
• Excellent writing and editing skills; proficient in grammar.
• Proficient in media production and broadcast systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and social networking.
• Experience in the sports industry preferred.
• 4-year college degree, preferably in Communications or Broadcast Journalism.

Location:
Des Moines, IA: 2141 Grand Ave, 50312

Position Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Part time

Pay Type:
Hourly

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!

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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