Traffic Anchor and Producer

iHeartMedia • Detroit, MI

14d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking an experienced Traffic and Weather Reporter and Producer to work overnight weekends and fill-in shifts.

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
• Ability to plan and organize, set priorities and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must be willing to work split shifts; 4 hours in AM Drive, 4 hours in PM Drive
• Previous on-air broadcast experience
• Must be willing to work overnights and weekends

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 to make sure details are accurate and current, and tracking any changes
• Maintain crucial deadlines 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, 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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees