Traffic and Weather Reporter - Part Time

Total Traffic + Weather Network

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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:

Total Traffic & Weather Network (TTWN) has an immediate opening for a Part-Time utility player in the Tampa Bay - Orlando area!

This position covers a variety of skills to play a fill-in and supporting role for us. Responsibilities include: reporting traffic on radio stations at our new Feather Sound Studios, assignment editing and producing traffic data into our GPS & Navigation apps, dispatching our helicopter to news and traffic stories for our television partners, and flying in our helicopter and operating our camera (Photog).

If you have a background in some of the skills above you are encouraged to apply, we can train and help you develop the rest! We're looking for outgoing, self-motivated, detail oriented, and flexible people. You will work in a fast-paced, challenging, and friendly environment.

** In addition to applying please send an MP3 demo or voice memo of your voice to

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

• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

• Pleasant, charismatic, and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation

• Adept at 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 and holidays

• Previous on-air broadcast experience is preferred but not required

• A college degree is preferred but not required

• A flexible schedule including, split shifts, early mornings late nights, weekends and holidays is required.

What You'll Bring:

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return

• Full proficiency and understanding of job function

• Ability to work within standardized procedures and an understanding of when to escalate

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Close attention to detail, following up until issues are resolved

• Common courtesy when communicating with coworkers and outside contacts

Location:

Clearwater, FL: 13577 Feather Sound Dr, 6th Floor, 33762

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.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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