Digital Content and News Director - KFBK

About this role

iHeartMedia Markets                                                                               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: Oversees online news content activities for KFBK, including KFBK's social media.                                                                               What You'll Do: Responsibilities • Oversees the planning, development and acquisition of content for online sites, a discrete portion of online sites, or an assigned market segment. • Creates, enhances, and sets the direction and tone of online content. • Identifies additional markets. • Creates measurable demand generation campaigns that drive traffic to iHeartMedia’s websites. • Owns all aspects of demand generation, acquisition and online marketing, including landing pages, advertising (display, retargeting, mobile, in-app and other advertising); ensures quality. • Collaborates with Marketing, Operations, Sales, support and senior management team members to shape goals, strategies and tactics. • Devises unique, creative ideas for new features, content and enhancements that advance objectives and strategic plan. • Evaluates, selects and manages outside vendors as appropriate, including direct marketing agencies, email providers, list brokers, etc.

                                                                                What You'll Need: Qualifications • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, social networking platforms, Google Analytics, Hubspot and Salesforce or similar tools • Ability to adapt in real-time to different breaking local news and/or national trending topics • Knowledge of social apps including Social Flow, Hootsuite and Tweetdeck required • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus • Ability to learn news systems quickly • Highly proficient in digital content including websites, social media, blogs and mobile/tablet applications, video, etc. • Demonstrated excellence in demand generation marketing • Excellent oral and written communication skills; proven writing, editing, proofreading and copywriting skills • Excellent project management skills; strong attention to detail, and high work standards • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a matrixed team • Experienced journalist who’s covered and wrote news for either radio, television, newspaper, digital news • Some on-air experience on radio or television • Collaborates with KFBK Air Talent on digital content • Interacts with staff and utilizes the resources of 24-7 News Pacific Region • Contributes on-air segments for KFBK Morning & Afternoon News as requested • Fills in as a back-up KFBK Morning & Afternoon News Producer when other fill ins aren’t available • Covers breaking news events on-air as requested

  Work Experience • 5-8 years of work experience in Journalism/Marketing • Samples of demand generation marketing and/or online sites • Media experience preferred as a news reporter, anchor, or producer 

  Education • Bachelor’s degree preferably in Marketing, Journalism or Communications

  Certifications • None required

                                                                                What You'll Bring: • Respect fo

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