Traffic Anchor

RadioJobs; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

iHeartMedia in Detroit is seeking an experienced Traffic Reporter and Producer to gather regional traffic information and deliver timely updates on-air. You’ll read reports, commercials, and PSAs, and craft content for multiple platforms.

The role requires a strong on-air voice, newsroom experience, and the ability to work split shifts (4 hours AM Drive, 4 hours PM Drive) as well as weekends. College degree is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local geography and traffic patterns in the Detroit area.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Pleasant, clear on-air voice with articulate pronunciation.
• Experience in fast-paced, deadline-driven newsroom settings.
• Ability to plan, organize, and multi-task under time pressure.

Responsibilities

• Gather regional traffic information and log details into internal systems.
• Read traffic reports, commercials, and PSAs to listeners.
• Research and craft copy for traffic features during on-air shifts; edit audio.
• Manage information, keep facts accurate, and track changes.
• Meet deadlines for timely traffic updates.
• Prepare content for websites, blogs, or social media as needed.

Skills

Local traffic geography knowledge

MS Office proficiency

On-air voice quality

Deadline-driven newsroom experience

Organizational multitasking

Willing to work split shifts

Weekend availability

Broadcast experience

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Total Traffic + Weather Network

The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! 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!

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

What We Need

We’re seeking an experienced Traffic Reporter and Producer

What You'll Do

• 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 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

• May prepare written content, visual images, audio material and video footage for websites, blogs, or other social-media platforms

What You'll Need

• Knowledge of local coverage area geography and roadways, mass transit and traffic patterns

• Experience with Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation

• 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

• Must be willing to work split shifts; 4 hours in AM Drive, 4 hours in PM Drive

• Must be willing to work weekends

• Previous on-air broadcast experience

• College degree is preferred but not required

What You'll Bring

• 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

Location

Detroit, MI: 2529 Orleans St., Suite 100, 48207

Position Type: Regular

Time Type: Part 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 (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!

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

Equal Opportunity

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.

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