Senior Morning 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:

Someone who creates, directs and produces highly regarded morning show on Real 92-3, LA New Home for Hip Hop!

What You'll Do:

• Support the production of program segments.

• Produce creative, content, production, and cost/benefit decisions for larger programs.

• Research information and obtain materials necessary for production. Writes line copy and scripts special introductions.

• Participate in editing of final product. Sources potential contributors and interviewees.

• Manage the logistics of getting people, resources, and equipment together at the right place and at the right time.

• May be responsible for the overall quality control of productions consistent with creative vision and/or production plan.

• Operates control board for studios and remote programming.

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

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

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

• Assists with adjusting signal and programming content to ensure transmission meets federally mandated broadcast standards.

• Processes time-out programming for accurate play back.

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

• Screens in-coming phone calls and selectively chooses callers for On-Air Talent and talk shows.

• Executes playlists for server, tape, or simulcast programming.

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

What You'll Need:

• Strong, working knowledge of the Los Angeles area and its Hip Hop scene.

• A fan of Hip Hop music, lifestyle and culture from an LA perspective.

• Knowledge of all social media platforms and proper execution.

• Ability to generate original ideas, and to think creatively about how to communicate them to audiences; has comprehensive knowledge of subjects relevant to specific radio genres.

• Understanding of the radio market, different station/program styles, and audience demographics.

• Excellent writing and storytelling skills; ability to tailor and adapt content for different audiences and platforms, including News and Sports.

• Proven track record of motivating, coaching and leading a team.

• Full knowledge of the law, ethics and industry regulations around radio production.

• Excellent IT skills, including data handling, audio editing and image manipulation software.

• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure, and to react quickly to changes/

• Excellent planning and organizing skills.

• Excellent communication skills, complemented by diplomacy, empathy and patience.

What You'll Bring:

• 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

Compensation:

Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data.

$88,000 - $110,000

Location:

Burbank, CA: 3400 West Olive Avenue, Suite 550, 91505

Position Type:                                                                                             

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Type:

Salaried

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!

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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