On-Air Traffic Reporter

Job Description

Overview

WBBM-AM News Radio is looking for a dynamic and talented professionsl to work as a traffic reporter/editor for Traffic Team. Editor duties include: gather, write, and select traffic stories to run in radio traffic reports, over the air, on line, and on social media platforms. Supervise all traffic operations assets the production, writing, and presentation of traffic reports and digital content. Must plan and prepare for upcoming traffic coverage for planned traffic events, as well as unplanned traffic events.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:
- voicing traffic reports on Audacy stations to air on broadcast and digital platforms
- gathering, writing, recording, editing, and delivering traffic reports as outlined by Audacy Inc.
- monitoring of traffic gathering assets (ie: traffic camera imagery, scanner listening, etc)
- post, edit and manage traffic information to Audacy social media accounts (ie: Twitter, etc)
- provide live reads of traffic sponsors within designated reports by the company including logging commercials and discrepancies
- make station appearances as needed
- other duties as required by management
- position offers AFTRA benefits and applicant must be willing to join SAG AFTRA union Qualifications

Required:
-A valid driver's license, satisfactory completion of motor vehicle record check/ proof of automobile insurance
- Knowledge of Chicago & Detroit area and traffic geography
- Minimum of 2 year traffic or news reporting for broadcast media
- Must be computer literate, and have excellent writing and presentation skills

Preferred:
- Must be helpful in traffic gathering operation
- Knowledge of the broadcast area geography and transportation systems is essential

Vaccination Requirements

To help promote and ensure the safety of all of our employees and the communities we serve, we require all incoming employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination, which will be kept confidential. If you are not vaccinated, or partially vaccinated currently, but willing to become fully vaccinated, we invite you to still apply.

Audacy is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all and we recognize that some individuals may have a sincerely held religious belief as it pertains to the practice of immunization or a medical disability which may prevent them from becoming vaccinated. Individuals who cannot be fully vaccinated due to a sincere religious belief or medical disability may request an accommodation. We request that you refrain from discussing religious beliefs or medical conditions during the interview process. If you believe you need an accommodation, you will have an opportunity to submit your request during the interview process. All requests for accommodation will remain confidential and reviewed by selected individuals within the HR department. We cannot guarantee that all requests for accommodation will be granted. Please refer to our EEO policy and statement below.

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do:
- voicing traffic reports on Audacy stations to air on broadcast and digital platforms
- gathering, writing, recording, editing, and delivering traffic reports as outlined by Audacy Inc.
- monitoring of traffic gathering assets (ie: traffic camera imagery, scanner listening, etc)
- post, edit and manage traffic information to Audacy social media accounts (ie: Twitter, etc)
- provide live reads of traffic sponsors within designated reports by the company including logging commercials and discrepancies
- make station appearances as needed
- other duties as required by management
- position offers AFTRA benefits and applicant must be willing to join SAG AFTRA union

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gx6e2j-18-117-196-217-42 in your application.