Traffic Reporter- Union

iHeartMedia • Virtual, NY

2d • Remote

About The Position

The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month. We are seeking a part-time Traffic Reporter with recent television experience to serve as backup for a NY TV affiliate. Candidates must provide recent airchecks and be willing to train on traffic software and mapping systems. Strong communication skills required. iHeartMedia is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

Requirements

• Recent television experience
• Provide recent airchecks
• Willing to train on traffic software and mapping systems
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of local coverage area geography and roadways, mass transit and traffic patterns
• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation, knowledge of local road pronunciations
• 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
• Previous on-air TV broadcast experience
• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Full proficiency and understanding of job function
• Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus
• Strong problem solving skills
• Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance
• Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness
• Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience

Nice To Haves

• College degree is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Provide traffic reports on a Television Affiliate.
• 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

Benefits

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement)
• 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees