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Traffic Anchor/Reporter, KABC-TV

AAJA24, Glendale, CA, United States


Location:

Glendale, California, United States

Postal Code:

91201

Job Category:

Television

Employment Type:

Full time

Posted:

04.06.2026

Traffic Anchor/Reporter, KABC-TV ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking a dynamic and motivated traffic anchor/reporter to join our morning team. We are looking for a journalist with big energy and big ideas who is multi-skilled and thrives on putting their skills to work on a weekly, even daily basis. We’re looking for someone who can anchor, report, and has experience in traffic presentation and traffic reporting who will utilize all available technology and resources to elevate storytelling.

This person will gather and monitor all elements of traffic reports, always looking for ways to elevate and enhance impactful traffic storytelling. This person will also report on transportation issues impacting our area including major construction and closures. The ideal candidate is the traffic expert and has the ability to cover everything from hard news and breaking news to big entertainment stories and events.

This position is a Monday-Friday morning shift and is considered on-site, requiring the employee to work from a company‑designated location on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

Gather and monitor traffic data utilizing station technology to present impactful and informative traffic reports

Create unique and shareable traffic and transportation stories that impact Southern California communities

Collaborate on content and new ideas, handle live breaking news across platforms

Use social media actively for promotion and news gathering

Participate in community and station public events

Basic Qualifications

Multiple market experience

Solid knowledge of the Los Angeles area

Strong journalist and storyteller skills

Ability to present active and engaging live shots

Comfortable handling live breaking news in the field and studio

Capacity to work well under deadline pressure

Schedule flexibility and ability to work holidays

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Adobe Premiere and/or Dalet One-Cut

Previous local news anchoring or fill-in anchoring experience

Previous experience covering entertainment stories

Ability to shoot, edit, and publish

Bilingual preferred

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree

Additional Info Please include a link to your recent reel when submitting your application online.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $140,000 to $175,000 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay offered will consider internal equity and other factors. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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