Traffic Anchor

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Detroit, MI, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Digital Media • Events • Music
The Role
Gather and verify regional traffic information, produce and read on‑air traffic reports, create written and audio content using digital editing tools, meet tight deadlines, and work split shifts including weekends.
Summary Generated by Built In
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:

We’re seeking an experienced Traffic Reporter and Producer

                                                                             

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

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

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

  • Experience 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

  • Previous on-air broadcast experience

  • College degree is preferred but not 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

  • Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus

  • Strong problem solving skills

  • Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance

  • Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness

  • Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience

                                                                             

Location:

Detroit, MI: 2529 Orleans St., Suite 100, 48207

                                                                             

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.

Our organization participates in E-Verify.  Click here to learn about E-Verify.

Skills Required

  • Knowledge of local coverage area geography, roadways, mass transit and traffic patterns
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint
  • Experience using digital audio editing software to finalize on-air content
  • Pleasant, charismatic, well-controlled voice with excellent pronunciation
  • Previous on-air broadcast experience
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented newsroom-like environment
  • Ability to plan, organize, set priorities and multi-task
  • Willingness to work split shifts (AM and PM drive)
  • Willingness to work weekends
  • College degree

iHeartMedia Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about iHeartMedia and has not been reviewed or approved by iHeartMedia.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth The program includes paid holidays, sick time, vacation that grows with tenure, and a dedicated volunteer day, with paid parental leave also referenced. This breadth covers core leave needs across holidays, vacation, sick time, and community service.
  • Retirement Support Offerings include a 401(k) through Fidelity with pre-tax and Roth options, and the employer match was reinstated in early 2025. Access to a match and standard tax-advantaged options strengthens long-term savings support.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision plus no-cost mental-health resources and an EAP, alongside fertility support and discounted voluntary perks such as pet, legal, and identity-theft coverage. This mix provides broad wellbeing coverage with lifestyle add-ons beyond the core plans.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
11,660 Employees

What We Do

With over a quarter of a billion monthly listeners in the U.S. and over 129 million social followers, iHeartMedia has the largest national reach of any radio or television outlet in America. As the leader in multiplatform connections, it also serves over 150 local markets through 858 owned radio stations, and the company’s radio stations and content can be heard on AM/FM, HD digital radio, satellite radio, on the Internet at iHeartRadio.com and on the company’s radio station websites, on the iHeartRadio mobile app, in enhanced auto dashes, on tablets, wearables and smartphones, and on gaming consoles. iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s digital radio platform, is the fastest growing digital audio service in the U.S., available on over 260 platforms and 2000+ devices. iHeartRadio offers users thousands of live radio stations, personalized custom artist stations created by just one song or seed artist and the top podcasts and personalities. With over 1.7 billion downloads, iHeartRadio reached 110 million registered users faster than any other radio or digital music service. iHeartMedia’s platforms include radio broadcasting, online, mobile, digital and social media, podcasts, personalities and influencers, live concerts and events, syndication, music research services and independent media representation. iHeartMedia is a division of iHeartMedia, Inc. (PINK: IHRT). Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.

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