Promotion & Events Support
Job Location: Chicago, IL
What We Need: At iHeartMedia, events are more than just moments —t hey’re a core pillar of our brand. With over 20,000 local and national events annually, our Promotions & Events teams play a critical role in shaping how audiences experience the power of audio in real life. As a member of the team, you’ll be at the heart of this mission—bringing our stations, talent, and clients to life through unforgettable experiences.
What You’ll Do:
- Support the planning and execution of local events and promotions that align with station branding and client objectives, including concerts, community activations, and live broadcasts.
- Coordinate logistics such as venue setup, staffing, signage, giveaways, and technical needs.
- Collaborate with Sales, Programming, and Marketing teams to develop integrated promotional campaigns that drive listener engagement and revenue.
- Serve as on-site lead during events, ensuring smooth execution and representing iHeartMedia with professionalism and positive energy.
- Engage with listeners and clients to create memorable brand interactions and gather feedback.
- Maintain promotional inventory and ensure all materials are prepped and transported as needed.
- Support digital and social media efforts by capturing content and promoting events across platforms. Track and report on event performance, including attendance, engagement, and client satisfaction.
What You’ll Need:
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable engaging with the public and clients.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed for events.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with social media platforms and content creation tools is a plus.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
What You’ll Bring:
- Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
- Ability to work within standardized procedures and an understanding of when to escalate
- Skills to solve straightforward problems using established procedures
- Close attention to detail, following up until issues are resolved
- Common courtesy when communicating with coworkers and outside contacts
Compensation: $17.05/hour
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.
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!
