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About The Position
Total Traffic + Weather Network Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title. 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 a skilled Traffic and Weather Reporter based out of the Total Traffic and Weather Network facility in Long Beach, California. Job responsibilities will be an even split between data entry for our proprietary TrafficNet site and on-air performance for our radio affiliates.
Requirements
- Knowledge of local coverage area geography and roadways, mass transit and traffic patterns
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
- Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Previous on-air broadcast experience is preferred but not required
- College degree is preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- 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 to make 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
Benefits
- 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
