Tv Traffic Anchor Part Time - Philadelphia, United States - iHeartMedia, Inc.

iHeartMedia, Inc.
iHeartMedia, Inc.
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Philadelphia, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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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 wellknown 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


What We Need:
Prepares and reports on traffic and transit conditions for TV in a part time support capacity.


What You'll Do:

  • Focuses on providing timely and useful information to commuters planning their drives to and from work, by maintaining contact with external sources of information.
  • Announces the latest accidents and traffic delays.
  • Announces traffic reports, commercials and public service messages to TV viewers from a variety of intake sources; canvasses local, state and national traffic news to determine significance and prioritization.
  • Identifies, researches, and creates copy regarding traffic to feature during onair shift; finalizes content using digital mapping software and traffic video.
  • Manages gathered information: keeps all the facts straight, makes sure details are accurate and current and tracks any changes.
  • In designated Hub stations, gathers and provides coverage for stations in multiple cities/locations.
  • Maintains 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 socialmedia platforms.
  • May require flexibility in work schedules with AM, PM and holiday availability
  • May be embedded in a TV station.

What You'll Need:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, social networking platforms and audio production software
  • Knowledgeable with Philadelphia, South Jersey and Wilmington, DE coverage areas geography and roadways, mass transit and traffic patterns
  • Pleasant, charismatic and wellcontrolled voice; excellent pronunciation
  • Adept at working in a fastpaced, deadlineoriented, "newsroomlike" collaborative environment
  • Excellent writing and editing skills; proficient in grammar
  • Strong attention to detail, following up until issues are resolved
  • Ability to plan and organize, set priorities and multitask in a fastpaced environment
  • Green screen and previous oncamera TV experience is required
Work Experience

  • 2+ years' experience as a traffic or street reporter for a commercial TV station
Education

  • 4year college degree, preferably in Broadcast Journalism or Communications
Certifications

  • None required

What You'll Bring:

  • Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
  • Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without needing close supervision
  • Problem solving skills within established procedures
  • Understanding of when to seek guidance for unforeseen problems
  • Close attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to act in a professional manner and collaborate with colleagues of different l
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