Traffic Anchor and Producer

iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month with a monthly audience twice the size of any other audio company. We lead in radio markets, podcast publishing, on-air personalities, live music events, and digital streaming radio. Our audio ad technology stack provides unparalleled data, targeting, and attribution for all forms of audio. We are committed to diversity in our programming and workforce, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.

About the role

We’re seeking an experienced Traffic Anchor to keep our listeners informed about traffic and weather conditions in the local area.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, accurate, and useful information to help commuters plan their drives.
• Deliver up-to-the-minute reports on accidents, delays, and major traffic disruptions.
• Read traffic updates, commercials, and public service announcements on air.
• Gather information from multiple intake sources and monitor local, state, and national traffic feeds to determine relevance.
• Research, write, and produce traffic and weather copy for on-air use; edit audio using digital editing software.
• Manage incoming information, verify facts, and ensure all details are accurate and current; maintain updated content on station websites.
• Create written, visual, audio, and video content for websites, blogs, and social media platforms.
• Work a flexible schedule as needed, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, or holidays.

Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Strong knowledge of local geography, major roadways, mass transit systems, and traffic patterns.
• Clear, pleasant, and well-controlled on-air voice with excellent pronunciation.
• Skilled at working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, newsroom-style environment.
• Excellent writing and editing abilities with a strong command of grammar.
• Exceptional attention to detail with consistent follow-through until issues are resolved.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a high-volume setting.
• Familiarity with police scanners is a plus.
• Previous broadcast experience preferred.

Skills

• Respect for others and a strong belief in reciprocal respect.
• 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.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision with a variety of coverage options (for employees meeting ACA measurement).
• A 401K plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost, including telephonic counseling sessions, legal and financial consultation, and emotional well-being support.
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, and accident insurance.

Pay

Hourly.

Schedule

Part time.

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