Live Traffic Anchor & Reporter

Hearst Communications, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Emotional Wellness Support

Job summary

A leading media company in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Traffic/Right Now Anchor Reporter to deliver compelling traffic reports and engage viewers through storytelling. The ideal candidate will have a strong presence on air and social media, and will excel under tight deadlines. Expertise in live reporting and familiarity with traffic systems is preferred. The position provides opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic news environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial television station preferred.
• Quick to learn street and highway names and directions.
• Clear speech and basic computer and social media knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare morning and evening traffic report with graphics.
• Research and report up-to-the-minute traffic conditions.
• Coordinate with news managers to develop exclusive stories.

Skills

Excellent storytelling

On-air presence

Social media engagement

Live reporting skills

Quick learning

Communication skills

Creativity

Education

Professional or college experience as a journalist

Tools

Traffic systems

Job description

A leading media company in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Traffic/Right Now Anchor Reporter to deliver compelling traffic reports and engage viewers through storytelling. The ideal candidate will have a strong presence on air and social media, and will excel under tight deadlines. Expertise in live reporting and familiarity with traffic systems is preferred. The position provides opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic news environment.