Associate Editor, Black Information Network

Chicago

Saturday, 23 May 2026

I - Heart. Media Markets Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title. The audio revolution is here – and i. Heart 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;i. Heart 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 i. Heart. Radio Music Festival, the i. Heart. Radio Music Awards, the i. Heart. Country Festival, i. Heart. Radio Fiesta Latina and the i. Heart. Radio Jingle Ball Tour;i. Heart. Radio is the #1streaming 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:BIN: Black Information Network is the first and only 24 x 7 comprehensive national audio Black News service dedicated to providing an objective, accurate, and trusted source of continual news coverage with a Black voice and perspective. Because news is always on, flexibility is a core requirement of this role. We’re looking for an Associate Editor who understands the realities of a 24/7 news cycle — including regular weekend shifts and occasional off-hours work tied to breaking news, developing stories, and major cultural moments. This role sits at the intersection of real-time reporting, digital storytelling, and social-first thinking. It is highly collaborative by design, requiring close partnership with reporters, editors, audio teams, and social. At the same time, the Associate Editor is trusted to work independently, manage assignments, and make sound editorial decisions with a high level of autonomy. We’re seeking a multimedia-minded journalist who knows that creating the story is only part of the job — sharing it responsibly and effectively across platforms is just as important. The ideal candidate is adaptable, open to feedback, and comfortable working in a fast-moving newsroom where priorities and coverage needs can shift quickly. What You'll Do:Write, edit, and publish a high volume of news and culture content daily, from breaking stories to reported features. Edit copy quickly and cleanly, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and strong headlines under tight deadlines. Collaborate closely with editorial, audio, and social teams to ensure cohesive, timely coverage across platforms. Identify emerging stories and angles relevant to Black audiences and elevate them with context. Package stories with compelling headlines, visuals, and captions optimized for web and social distribution. Publish and promote your own work across BIN’s social platforms, following best practices for each channel. Participate in real-time coverage during breaking news moments, coordinating closely with teammates. Apply SEO and tagging best practices to improve discoverability without sacrificing voice or integrity. Monitor performance and audience response to help inform coverage and editorial decisions What You'll Need:What We’re Looking For. A strong writer and editor with sound editorial judgment. A genuine love of news, current events, and cultural conversation. A collaborative communicator who works well across teams, contributes positively to newsroom culture, and approaches coverage with professionalism and respect. Equally comfortable working independently and contributing to team-driven coverage. A multimedia-first mindset with an understanding of how journalism lives across web, audio, and social. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Adaptable and responsive during breaking news and evolving coverage. Reliable, responsive, and able to follow through on assignments and deadlines. Professionalism, accountability, and strong communication skills in collaborative newsroom environments. Ability to receive feedback, adapt quickly, and work constructively under deadline pressure. Experience & Qualifications 1–3 years of experience in digital journalism, web producing, or content creation. Proven experience writing and editing online content, including articles, headlines, and social copy. Familiarity with CMS publishing tools and basic image editing (Photoshop or similar)Working knowledge of SEO, tagging, and content optimization best practices. Experience publishing or promoting content on platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, X, and emerging networks. Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field preferred, but not required with strong experience What You'll Bring: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.$19.23 - $24.04 Location:New York, NY: 125 West 55th Street, 10019 Position Type: Regular Time Type:Full time Pay Type:Hourly

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