WBBM Newsradio Full-Time AM Drive Traffic Producer

Audacy, Inc. • Chicago, IL

83d • $45,951 - $45,951

About The Position

WBBM Newsradio, the leading news and information station in Chicago, is seeking a full-time Traffic Producer with sharp newsroom instincts and the ability to deliver timely, accurate information under pressure. This role is primarily responsible for producing precise and compelling traffic reports for anchors and newscasts. The ideal candidate has the skill to juggle multiple information sources at once and the judgment to quickly prioritize critical updates that matter most to our audience.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of newsroom experience in a large or major market radio station.
• Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and quickly synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with sharp attention to detail and precision.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with traffic reporting tools, mapping software, and newsroom systems preferred.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and interpret traffic data from multiple sources including DOT feeds, scanners, mapping software, and listener tips.
• Produce concise, accurate, and informative traffic copy for anchors and newscasts under deadline pressure.
• Monitor and update breaking traffic incidents, construction updates, and delays in real time.
• Coordinate with newsroom staff, anchors, and producers to ensure accurate coverage of major traffic events.
• Maintain relationships with external partners (transportation officials, emergency responders, etc.) to stay informed on traffic developments.
• Contribute to digital platforms and social media with traffic updates when needed.

Benefits

• Health care coordinator
• Medical, dental, vision, mental health, telemedicine
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account
• Disability, life insurance, critical illness
• Hospital indemnity, accident insurance
• Paid time off (sick, flex-time away/vacation days, personal, parental, volunteer)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Student loan payment assistance program
• Legal assistance
• Life assistance program
• Identity theft protection
• Discounted home and auto insurance
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees