Part Time Traffic & Weather Anchor

What We Need
We're seeking a Traffic Anchor to keep our listeners abreast of traffic and weather in the local area

What You'll Do

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 what's most relevant

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

What You’ll Need

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. English & Spanish bilingual is a plus

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

What You’ll Bring

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

Ability to work within standardized procedures and an understanding of when to elevate

Skills to solve straightforward problems using established procedures

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

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!

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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