Full Time Anchor/Producer

iHeartMedia • Long Beach, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Total Traffic + Weather Network (TTWN) is seeking an experienced Traffic and Weather Reporter based in Long Beach, California. TTWN Long Beach serves as a HUB for all of Southern California, including Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Palm Springs, Orange County, and beyond, as well as San Diego and Honolulu. The role involves voicing traffic reports for these markets, producing traffic data for them, and also for a group of four other markets: Portland, Seattle, Salt Lake City, and Denver. iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in America, reaching 90% of Americans monthly and is a leader in podcasting, live events, and digital streaming. The company values collaboration, curiosity, and respect for everyone, and is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Knowledge of local coverage area geography and roadways, mass transit and traffic patterns.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, “newsroom-like” collaborative environment.
• Must be willing to work split shifts; 4 hours in AM Drive, 4 hours in PM Drive.
• Must be willing to work weekends.
• Previous on-air broadcast experience.

Nice To Haves

• College degree is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Gather regional traffic information and enter details into internal computer and web systems.
• Read traffic reports, commercials, and public service messages to listeners.
• Identify, research, and create copy regarding traffic to feature during on-air shift; finalizes content using digital audio editing software.
• Manage information; keeping all facts straight, making sure details are accurate and current, and tracking any changes.
• Maintain crucial deadlines in order to provide traffic updates in a timely fashion.
• May prepare written content, visual images, audio material and video footage for websites, blogs, or other social-media platforms.

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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees