Part-time Traffic Reporter

iHeartMedia • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

iHeartMedia is seeking a skilled Traffic and Weather Reporter/Producer for a part-time, fill-in position with the Total Traffic + Weather Network in Seattle. Shifts and duties vary from week to week, and the reporter must be open to learning multiple traffic markets. Training hours take place in the office. The position pays $23.00 per hour; compensation may depend on relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and market data.

The role gathers and reports regional traffic information, maintains accurate and current details, and produces timely on-air updates. The reporter also reads commercials and public service messages and prepares traffic copy using digital audio editing software. The work requires split shifts of four hours during AM Drive and four hours during PM Drive, as well as willingness to work weekends and overnights.

Requirements

• Knowledge of local coverage-area geography and roadways, mass transit, and traffic patterns.
• Experience with Teams and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Pleasant, charismatic, well-controlled voice and excellent pronunciation.
• Experience in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, collaborative, newsroom-like environment.
• Ability to plan and organize, set priorities, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work split shifts: four hours in AM Drive and four hours in PM Drive.
• Willingness to work weekends and overnights.
• Respect for others and belief in reciprocal respect.
• Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without close supervision.
• Problem-solving skills within established procedures and judgment to seek guidance on unforeseen problems.
• Close attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional conduct and ability to collaborate with colleagues at different levels.

Nice To Haves

• Previous on-air broadcast experience is preferred but not required.
• A 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 traffic copy for on-air use, and finalize content using digital audio editing software.
• Keep information accurate and current, track changes, and ensure all facts are correct.
• Meet deadlines to provide traffic updates in a timely manner.
• Learn and cover multiple traffic markets as needed.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees meeting ACA measurement criteria.
• 401K plan.
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost, including telephonic counseling and consultation on legal, financial, emotional well-being, family, and caregiving matters.
• Additional voluntary programs, including spending accounts, student loan refinancing, and home and auto insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed