Traffic/Right Now Anchor Reporter

Hearst Communications, Inc.

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits

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.
Research and report up-to-the-minute traffic conditions.
Communicate important traffic information to the show producers and show anchors promptly.
Make sure that corresponding graphics, video and live shots are used accurately.
Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments.
Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content.
Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
Work on different stories and projects at once and meeting all deadlines.
Summarize information into easy-to-understand components.

Skills

Excellent storytelling

On-air presence

Social media engagement

Live reporting skills

Quick learning

Communication skills

Creativity

Source development

Public events appearance

Education

Professional or college experience as a journalist

Tools

Traffic systems

Job description

KCCI, the CBS affiliate in Des Moines, IA, is now hiring a Traffic/Right Now Anchor Reporter. We need a good storyteller who has excellent on-air presence and engagement skills. We want someone who can captivate our viewers on social media and a journalist who will grow this position. In addition, you will bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. You will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and complete live shots. You will write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind. You are versatile, enterprising, can work fast and efficiently, and work well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and have excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

Prepare morning and evening traffic report with graphics
News gather for traffic reports
Provide concise live traffic reports for morning show and, as needed, evening shows
Research and report up-to-the-minute traffic conditions
Communicate important traffic information to the show producers and show anchors promptly
Make sure that corresponding graphics, video and live shots are used accurately
Deliver scripted and ad‑lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
Plan, gather and assemble stories on day‑of news or special project assignments.
Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day
Work on different stories and projects at once and meeting all deadlines
Summarize information into easy‑to‑understand components

Requirements

Professional or college experience as a journalist and storyteller in a commercial television station
Experience using traffic systems preferred
Suited to ad‑lib in breaking news situations
Clear speech, basic knowledge of how to use a computer and basic knowledge of social media
Familiar with street and highway names and directions; quick to learn
Must be creative and work well with others
Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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