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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:

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 in-take sources; canvasses local, state and national traffic news to determine significance and prioritization.

• Identifies, researches, and creates copy regarding traffic to feature during on-air 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 social-media 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 well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation

• Adept at working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, “newsroom-like” 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 multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Green screen and previous on-camera TV experience is required

Work Experience

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

Education

• 4-year 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 levels

Location:

VIRTUAL, PA

Position Type:

Seasonal

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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iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in the United States, reaching nine out of 10 Americans every month – we specialize in radio, digital, social, podcasts, influencers, data, and events across the nation and provide premier opportunities for advertisers.

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