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About the Role

iHeartMedia is seeking a Manager, Digital Media Strategy & Planning to support our sales organization and reinforce our leadership in digital audio. This role is crucial for developing winning RFP responses across streaming, podcasting, display, and social media, translating complex opportunities into clear, compelling media strategies. You will own the development of insightful plans, produce high-quality submission materials, and navigate evolving tools and systems.

Responsibilities

Support the development of digital RFP strategies across streaming, podcasting, social, and experiential/event offerings, ensuring plans are thoughtfully constructed, insight-driven, and aligned with advertiser objectives.
Create and manage all supporting RFP materials, including detailed Excel-based media plans, presentation decks, and custom documentation that clearly communicates strategy, value, and performance expectations.
Leverage internal documentation and workflow systems to accurately assign RFP ownership, track progress, meet deadlines, and maintain visibility across multiple stakeholders.
Partner closely with inventory and planning teams, utilizing internal inventory management systems to assess availability, pricing, and feasibility in support of strong, competitive RFP responses.
Analyze post-sale performance data and campaign insights to identify learnings, optimize future recommendations, and continuously strengthen pre-sale strategy, planning, and storytelling.

Requirements

2 – 4 years experience
Interest in media, technologies, and a desire to keep informed of new trends
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Professional maturity, integrity, discipline and a positive attitude
Excellent written communication and presentation skills
Expert at PowerPoint and Excel
Self-motivated work ethic with the ability to manage time effectively
Creative problem solver that can quickly pinpoint client needs
Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
Accountability for own work and desire to provide guidance to new team members
Ability to contribute to several projects at the same time under a moderate level of direction
Application of objective judgement, technical skills and prior experience to solve business problems
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including a knack for explaining complex information in a straightforward manner
Desire for continued knowledge sharing and learning
Understanding of impact of own decisions
Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

Skills

Digital Media Strategy
Media Planning
RFP Response Development
Cross-functional Communication
Workflow Management
Performance Analysis
PowerPoint
Excel
Written Communication
Presentation Skills
Problem Solving
Time Management

Location

Chicago, IL

Work Type

Full time
Salaried

Experience Level

2-4 years

Salary/Compensations

$57,200 - $71,500

Benefits

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
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!

About the Company

iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in America, reaching 90% of Americans monthly.
We are the largest podcast publisher.
We host popular live music events like the iHeartRadio Music Festival.
iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America.
Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service.
We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry.
Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.
We are committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve.

Equal Opportunity

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.
Our organization participates in E-Verify.