Full-Time

Account Executive

Posted on 5/16/2026

iHeartMedia

iHeartMedia

10,001+ employees

Runs nationwide radio, podcasts, advertising analytics

Compensation Overview

$32k - $40k/mo

+ Commissions

Loveland, CO, USA + 1 more

More locations: Fort Collins, CO, USA

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Category
Sales & Account Management (2)
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Requirements
  • Self-motivated with a very “go-getter” attitude, excellent relationship-building and problem-solving skills, and ability to communicate persuasively; goal-oriented, expert negotiator and proactive.
Responsibilities
  • Learn the ins and outs of Broadcast + Digital Marketing Products, identify and develop new business opportunities through in-person meetings with clients and research, and cultivate existing business using our full suite of products.
  • Collaborate with internal partners to drive revenue, create effective marketing campaigns, and use storytelling skills to deliver compelling sales presentations fueled by data to best meet your clients’ expectations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Digital/Media Sales experience is a plus but not required.
  • Experience managing complex, multi-platform campaigns (multi-platform campaigns).
  • Analytics experience.
  • iHeart and/or audio advertising background.
  • Well-connected in the market.

iHeartMedia creates and distributes audio content across a large network of radio stations, podcasts, and music to reach audiences nationwide. Its core business is selling advertising, supported by analytics and attribution tools that help partners measure how well campaigns perform. It operates 860 live broadcast stations in 153 markets and also earns revenue from events and digital services, combining traditional radio with online platforms to expand reach and monetization. The company differentiates itself with extremely broad audience access (reaching about 90% of Americans monthly), a large-scale cross‑platform distribution of audio, and advanced measurement capabilities that inform marketing partners. Its goal is to maximize audience reach and advertising revenue by providing advertisers with effective, measurable ways to reach listeners across radio, digital, and live events.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

San Antonio, Texas

Founded

1972

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Digital audio revenue is growing faster, with podcasting and streaming driving expansion.[1][2]
  • Programmatic audio could reach $200 million in 2026, boosting monetization.[1]
  • New sports and celebrity content partnerships deepen audience engagement and sponsorship inventory.[1]

What critics are saying

  • Advertising dependence leaves results exposed to macro-driven demand swings and budget cuts.[1]
  • Broadcast's structural decline pressures growth if digital monetization slows.[1]
  • High leverage constrains flexibility if EBITDA misses or refinancing costs rise.[1]

What makes iHeartMedia unique

  • iHeartMedia reaches 9 out of 10 Americans monthly across 860 stations.[2]
  • Its integrated audio stack spans broadcast, podcasting, streaming, social, and live events.[2]
  • The company leads audio analytics and attribution for marketing partners.[2][4]

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TALKERS magazine
May 26th, 2026
Margie Tasseff retires from iHeartMedia Mansfield and Marion.

Margie Tasseff retires from iHeartMedia Mansfield and Marion. Longtime market president Margie Tasseff announces her retirement from iHeartMedia's Mansfield and Marion, Ohio markets where she led news/talk WMAN-AM and sports talk WNCO "FOX Sports 1340" in Mansfield and news/talk WMRN in Marion plus six music brands. iHeartMedia area president Matt Bell says, "Margie's passion for this business, her commitment to the Mansfield and Marion communities and the relationships she built over nearly four decades have left an incredible mark on our company and everyone fortunate enough to work alongside her. She has been a trusted leader, mentor and advocate for both our employees and our partners, and her presence will truly be missed. We are deeply grateful for everything she has contributed to iHeartMedia and wish her nothing but happiness and success in this next chapter." Reflecting on her career, Tasseff comments, "Spending 39 years with one employer is truly uncommon. I'm deeply proud of what we've built together over the years - from the friendships and partnerships to the impact we've made through local radio. I've been fortunate to grow professionally while working with outstanding colleagues and serving a community that has meant so much to me. These stations will always hold a special place in my heart."

iHeartMedia, Inc.
May 15th, 2026
iHeartMedia spotlights new music from Gracie Abrams; debuts "Body By Jake" Radio with fitness icon.

iHeartMedia spotlights new music from Gracie Abrams; debuts "Body By Jake" Radio with fitness icon. NEW YORK - May 15, 2026 - iHeartMedia highlighted new music and artists alike recently with special programming, including new World Premiere debuts, digital stations and more. From Thursday, May 14 to Friday, May 15, Gracie Abrams' new single "Hit The Wall" had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio CHR and Hot AC stations. Earlier in the week, iHeartMedia partnered with fitness icon Jake Steinfeld and Universal Music Enterprises to launch "Body By Jake Radio," the first-ever 24-hour digital radio channel designed to fuel mind, body and spirit. Launched on Monday, May 11 in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Body By Jake Radio will feature Steinfeld and other notable personalities in the fitness and mental health worlds offering empowering messages, fitness, lifestyle and longevity tips, alongside an eclectic range of uplifting and energizing music to keep listeners motivated and feeling their best all day long. Additionally, iHeartMedia announced a new partnership with FOX Sports, bringing the network's thrilling English-language call of every FIFA World Cup 2026(TM) match to iHeartMedia's leading sports audio audience across broadcast radio and digital streaming, beginning with the opening match on Thursday, June 11, through the FIFA World Cup 2026(TM) Final on Sunday, July 19. All matches will be available at FIFA World Cup 2026(TM) on the iHeartRadio app, iHeartMedia's free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service available across more than 500 platforms and over 2,000 devices. For the latest news, music fans can download the iHeartRadio app; follow iHeartRadio on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter/X, Facebook and YouTube; and visit iHeartRadio.com.

El-Balad
Apr 10th, 2026
AI set to replace top influencers' secret engagement tool.

AI set to replace top influencers' secret engagement tool. Published: April 10, 2026 6:10 AM ET As artificial intelligence continues to advance, it seems poised to redefine social media engagement. This transformation is especially evident in the realm of video clipping, where a new generation of tools is beginning to replace traditional human editors. One prominent case is Evan Stanfield, a 20-year-old entrepreneur who dropped out of the University of Kansas to start his marketing agency, Clipping Culture. His business focuses on creating short-form videos intended for platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. Stanfield believes that the rise of algorithm-driven feeds has changed the landscape of viewer engagement. He likens video clipping to offering free samples, hoping to entice viewers to consume longer content. Shift towards automation. However, this approach is evolving. Companies are increasingly turning to AI technology to streamline content creation. For instance, iHeartMedia partnered with Overlap, an AI video-clipping service, to automate the distribution of clips across social media from their vast podcast library. * Overlap utilizes AI to generate engaging clips without human intervention. * Popular creators like Logan Paul and Mark Rober have adopted OpusClip for similar purposes. Despite the rise of AI, many content creators still value human editors for their instinctive ability to generate viral content. Podcaster Zach Justice emphasizes the significance of "digital hunters" who understand audience preferences. The economics of clipping. The clipping industry has witnessed a boom, with creators often investing significant sums to leverage the strategy. Justice, for instance, once spent around $50,000 in a month on video clippers to enhance his podcast, Dropouts. This burgeoning industry has led to financial opportunities for many freelancers, with some earning substantial income annually. Steven Schwartz, CEO of Whop, a platform connecting creators with editors, noted that his service has distributed tens of millions to editors, particularly during peak months. Guidelines and campaign structures. Stanfield's agency outlines specific guidelines for freelancers, linking payments to viewer engagement metrics. Typically, editors receive compensation only if content meets established view thresholds. * Notable projects amplified by clipping include creators like Bobbi Althoff and Dan Bongino. * MrBeast's recent launch of a dedicated clipping platform highlighted the growing trend. The future of clipping in marketing. AI-driven clipping has proven effective, making promotional campaigns blend seamlessly with user-generated content. As social media evolves from being friend-centric to algorithm-focused, the market for effective engagement tools continues to expand. Ultimately, the advent of AI tools represents a significant shift in how creators approach content production, setting the stage for a new era in digital marketing.

RAMP Media Inc.
Apr 9th, 2026
iHeart undergoes executive restructuring.

iHeart undergoes executive restructuring. - RAMP has learned that iHeartMedia is undergoing restructuring at the executive level, as several prominent company veterans have reportedly exited, including Brenda Egger, President of iHeartMedia's Denver Region; Nick Gnau, Detroit-based Division President; and Jason Wilson, Area President for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas and Missouri. - Egger joined iHeart as Denver Region President in early 2020. She has spent her entire media career in Colorado, previously serving as SVP/Market Manager for KSE Radio Denver. Prior to joining KSE in 2008, Egger was Market Manager for Citadel Broadcasting in Colorado Springs. She began her career in radio sales for KOA/Denver. - Gnau is a 30+ year iHeartMedia veteran who earlier served as a VP and Regional Market Manager for Dayton, Lima, and Marion OH. He was later named Region President for iHeartMedia Detroit, which included the Detroit, Grand Rapids, Toledo and Muskegon, MI markets. In July 2018 Gnau transferred to Philadelphia as Region President. That stint lasted until January 2020, when he was elevated to the company's newly formed Markets Group. - Wilson joined iHeartMedia in November 2024 after nearly eight years with Cox Media Group as VP of its Oklahoma/Arkansas Region. He earlier worked in Wichita, KS in sales roles with Sinclair and Journal Broadcast Group. - Also out: Pete Norden, a nearly 30-year iHeart veteran who rose from Market Manager for Panama City, FL in 1997 to Area SVP of Sales for Tampa/Sarasota, to his most recent position as VP of Sales for iHeart Jacksonville. If you or a colleague has been similarly affected by this restructuring and would like your contact info shared with the industry, please email [email protected].

SA Business Daily
Apr 7th, 2026
iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell's Big Money Players launch new comedy podcast "Soccer Moms"

iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell's Big Money Players launch new comedy podcast "Soccer Moms" Bob Pittman, CEO at iHeartMedia Apr 7, 2026 iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell's Big Money Players podcast network announced on April 7 the debut of a new fully improvised comedy podcast, "Soccer Moms." The show is hosted by improv comedians Katie Rich and Holly Laurent, who are both alumni of Chicago's Second City. New episodes will be released on Tuesdays. "Soccer Moms" centers around two mothers, Leanne and Janet, as they tailgate at their children's soccer games in a suburban youth league. The series features guest comedians such as Jason Mantzoukas, Bobby Moynihan, Lisa Lampanelli, and Brendan Jennings. Each episode introduces a rotating cast of characters played by guest performers. The premiere episode titled "Zero vs. Zero" includes appearances from Mantzoukas as the team's coach Todd Greco, Lampanelli as Leanne's mother Mickey, and Jennings as Leanne's husband Don. According to the announcement, the first episode unfolds with comedic moments during a scoreless soccer game before culminating in an unexpectedly heartfelt scene. Rich is described as an Emmy-nominated writer who spent seven seasons at Saturday Night Live before moving into narrative comedy projects for platforms like Netflix and Warner Brothers/DC Studios. Laurent has created and hosted other podcasts including MEGA and It's a Wonderful Lie (audiochuck), with writing featured in various magazines. "Soccer Moms" is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app along with other major podcast platforms.

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