FT Anchor/Producer

iHeartMedia; Los Angeles, Long Beach (CA, CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Holidays

EAP access

Volunteer day

Job summary

iHeartMedia is seeking a Traffic Anchor to keep listeners informed about local traffic and weather updates. The role includes reading updates on air, delivering timely reports on incidents, and composing traffic and weather copy for on-air use.

The position is based in Long Beach, CA and requires a fast-paced newsroom mindset with strong writing skills. The ideal candidate will have experience with on-air broadcasting, solid knowledge of local geography, and the ability to verify information

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Clear, pleasant, well controlled on-air voice with good pronunciation.
• Strong writing and editing abilities with strong grammar.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, accurate traffic and weather information for commuters.
• Deliver up-to-the-minute reports on accidents, delays, and disruptions.
• Read traffic updates, commercials, and PSAs on air.
• Gather information from multiple sources and monitor feeds to determine relevance.
• Research, write, and produce traffic and weather copy; edit audio.

Skills

MS Office

On-air voice

Writing & editing

Deadline-driven

Geography knowledge

Scanner familiarity

Tools

Audio editing software

Job description

iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad‑supported music streaming service. In fact, we have: More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined; We’re the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second‑ and third‑largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest‑growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix; iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on‑air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America; We create and produce some of the most popular and well‑known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour; iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America; Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option. Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone. Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!

What We Need:

We’re seeking a Traffic Anchor keep our listeners abreast of traffic and weather in the local area

What You’ll Do:

• 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.

What You’ll Need:

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

What You’ll Bring:

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Ability to work within standardized procedures and an understanding of when to escape
• Skills to solve straightforward problems using established procedures
• Close attention to detail, following up until issues are resolved
• Common courtesy when communicating with coworkers and outside contacts

Compensation: Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data. $20.36 - $25.45

Location: Long Beach, CA: 1500 Hughes Way, Suite 100 - Bldg 2, 90810

Position Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Pay Type: Hourly

Benefits:

iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

• 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!

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Non‑Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

Our organization participates in E‑Verify.

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.