Traffic anchor/Producer

MNI TTWN Media Networks, LLC. | MPG; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

iHeartMedia, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced Traffic and Weather Reporter to join our local team. You will gather regional traffic information, read reports to listeners, and craft copy for on-air and online use while meeting tight deadlines.

The role requires a clear, engaging voice, familiarity with newsroom workflows, and proficiency with MS Office and basic audio editing. This is a part-time, hourly position with weekend/holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local geography and traffic patterns.
• Experience with MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint.
• Clear, pleasant on-air voice with good pronunciation.
• Experience in fast-paced, deadline-driven newsroom environment.
• Strong planning, prioritization and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Gather regional traffic information and enter details into internal systems.
• Read traffic reports, commercials, and PSAs to listeners.
• Create copy regarding traffic for on-air feature; edit with audio software.
• Maintain accurate and current information; track any changes.
• Prepare content for websites, blogs, or social media as needed.

Skills

On-air delivery

Newsroom experience

Deadline oriented

Multi-tasking

Content planning

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

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. 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 and Weather Reporter

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

This is a fill-in position Must be willing to work split shifts; 4 hours in AM Drive, 4 hours in PM Drive Must be willing to work weekends and holidays Previous on-air broadcast experience Training takes place in the office/studio

Location: Phoenix, AZ: 4686 E. Van Buren Street, Suite 400, 85008

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.

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.

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