Traffic Anchor

iHeartMedia • Honolulu, HI

15h • $16 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking an experienced Traffic Anchor to keep listeners informed with timely, accurate traffic and weather updates across the local area. Because Honolulu has its own unique roadway culture and naming conventions, this Anchor must understand — or be able to quickly learn — the specific ways locals refer to highways, landmarks, and key routes.

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 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.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with police scanners is a plus.
• Previous broadcast experience preferred.

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 what’s most relevant.
• 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 all details are accurate and current; 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 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