Traffic Anchor/Reporter

2060 Digital•Saint Paul, MN

17h

About The Position

Present live television traffic and news reports concerning ongoing or upcoming road projects impacting our viewers. Proficient on-camera use of computer-generated graphics and live traffic cameras for presentation during our morning broadcasts. All traffic content and reporting meets our standards for integrity and quality. May present live stories from the scene of the news, the newsroom and/or studio. Enterprise, research and develop stories for broadcast as assigned to air in later newscasts. Write for and maintain strong presence on website and other social media platforms. Frequently update online stories. Complete assignments according to established deadlines. Maintain extensive community contacts. Make promotional and community appearances as required. Maintain appropriate and strict standards with regard to wardrobe, hair, cosmetics, and other areas of grooming. Communicate and work collaboratively with others in the newsroom. Contribute to the overall team effort to provide the market with the best possible local television journalism. Build working relationships with co-workers, community members, and the general public. Act in a professional manner when representing the station. Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned by the News Director. Complete other duties as requested and needed.

Requirements

College degree in journalism, television or communications or equivalent experience; solid journalism background with multi-year experience in traffic reporting role.
Great communicator and storyteller.
Must be knowledgeable in operating WSI/Max Traffic computer system for live on-air traffic presentation graphics.
Ability to handle a variety of news assignments, including frequent live appearances on the news set, as well as reporting from live breaking news and other remote locations.
Solid writing skills required.
Knowledge of production values required.
Ability to get along and communicate with a variety of people in a variety of circumstances.
Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
Ability to think critically and quickly and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others.
Welcome feedback and constructive criticism.
Ability to read Teleprompter, to view video, and to listen to live and recorded audio.
Must be flexible to work any assigned shift including mornings, nights, weekends, holidays; and extended hours.
Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record and be insurable.
Applicant's driving record will be checked.
Please submit a demo reel link of your on-air experience along with your resume and cover letter.
Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
Work with time sensitive and sometimes confidential information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations.
Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and camera equipment as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.).
Must be able to move quickly at times from newsroom to edit booths to studio.
Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping.
Travels locally daily.
May travel regionally or nationally from time to time.

Responsibilities

Present live television traffic and news reports concerning ongoing or upcoming road projects impacting our viewers.
Proficient on-camera use of computer-generated graphics and live traffic cameras for presentation during our morning broadcasts.
Ensure all traffic content and reporting meets standards for integrity and quality.
Present live stories from the scene of the news, the newsroom and/or studio.
Enterprise, research and develop stories for broadcast as assigned to air in later newscasts.
Write for and maintain strong presence on website and other social media platforms.
Frequently update online stories.
Complete assignments according to established deadlines.
Maintain extensive community contacts.
Make promotional and community appearances as required.
Maintain appropriate and strict standards with regard to wardrobe, hair, cosmetics, and other areas of grooming.
Communicate and work collaboratively with others in the newsroom.
Contribute to the overall team effort to provide the market with the best possible local television journalism.
Build working relationships with co-workers, community members, and the general public. Act in a professional manner when representing the station.
Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned by the News Director.
Complete other duties as requested and needed.