Manager, Podcast Partner Relations

iHeartMedia

                                                                             

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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:

The Manager, Podcast Partner Relations grows, manages, and maintains relationships with creators and production partners across iHeartPodcasts. Acting as the primary liaison between iHeart and its podcast partners, this role ensures a seamless experience from onboarding through ongoing operations, monetization, and strategic growth. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment, excel at relationship management, and bring a strategic mindset to operational execution.

                                                                             

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the day‑to‑day point of contact for an assigned portfolio of podcast partners, delivering “white glove” support and setting clear expectations from deal closure through launch and ongoing operations. Lead onboarding for new shows by coordinating timelines and clarifying workflows.
• Maintain regular touchpoints with partners to share performance trends, revenue pacing, and translate data into actionable recommendations that drive audience growth and monetization improvements.
• Coordinate internally with Business Affairs/Legal, Sales & Sales Development, Marketing, Production (EPs/Producers), Finance/Accounting, and Ad Ops to fulfill contractual obligations and keep deliverables on schedule.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity across core operational systems (Airtable, Omny, TAP, etc.) by actively updating records, tracking milestones, applying advertiser tags, and troubleshooting discrepancies; develop a deep understanding of these tools to optimize workflows and support data-driven decision-making.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert on podcast product offerings; identify strategic host opportunities, packaging options, and content fits that strengthen sales narratives.
• Monitor pacing in partnership with Sales and Ad Ops teams; anticipate risks, propose options, and escalate issues with context and a recommended path to resolution.
• Prepare and present succinct performance updates hat synthesize platform, audience, and revenue insights for partners and internal leaders.
• Coordinate partner participation in iHeart tentpoles (e.g., award shows, sales summits), including logistics planning, run‑of‑show alignment, and on‑site support.

                                                                             

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5+ years in media, advertising, partner relations, or business development.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience with Airtable or similar project management tools is a plus.

                                                                             

What You'll Bring:

                                                                             

Location:

New York, NY: 125 West 55th Street, 10019

                                                                             

Position Type:                                                                                             

Regular

                                                                             

Time Type:

Full time

                                                                                 

Pay Type:

Salaried

                                                                                 

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

• Company provided and supplemental life insurance

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing

• 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!

                                                                             

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

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.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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