FT Producer/Anchor
About The Position
The Total Traffic + Weather Network is seeking an experienced Traffic Anchor to keep listeners informed about traffic and weather conditions in the local area. This role involves producing and broadcasting traffic information for multiple regions, including Los Angeles, Riverside/San Bernardino, Oxnard/Ventura, Palm Springs, Victor Valley, San Diego, and Honolulu, as well as Denver, Portland, Salt Lake City, and Seattle. Knowledge of these areas is beneficial. iHeartMedia is a leading audio company in America, reaching 90% of Americans monthly and is the largest podcast publisher. The company values collaboration, curiosity, and respect, aiming to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Requirements
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Strong knowledge of local geography, major roadways, mass transit systems, and traffic patterns.
- Clear, pleasant, and well-controlled on-air voice with excellent pronunciation.
- Skilled at working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, newsroom-style environment.
- Excellent writing and editing abilities with a strong command of grammar.
- Exceptional attention to detail with consistent follow-through until issues are resolved.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a high-volume setting.
- Familiarity with police scanners is a plus.
- Previous broadcast experience preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the specified geographic areas (Los Angeles, Riverside/San Bernardino, Oxnard/Ventura, Palm Springs, Victor Valley, San Diego, Honolulu, Denver, Portland, Salt Lake City, and Seattle) will be helpful.
Responsibilities
- Provide timely, accurate, and useful information to help commuters plan their drives.
- Deliver up-to-the-minute reports on accidents, delays, and major traffic disruptions.
- Read traffic updates, commercials, and public service announcements on air.
- Gather information from multiple intake sources and monitor local, state, and national traffic feeds to determine relevance.
- Research, write, and produce traffic and weather copy for on-air use.
- Edit audio using digital editing software.
- Manage incoming information, verify facts, and ensure accuracy and currency of details.
- Maintain updated content on station websites.
- Create written, visual, audio, and video content for websites, blogs, and social media platforms.
- Work a flexible schedule as needed, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, or holidays.
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 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
