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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 Part-Time Traffic Producer.
What You'll Do:
Monitor all traffic cameras, scanners, maps, social media, and other resources for traffic information.
Enter that information into the traffic database and assist anchors.
Collect and input traffic data into the TTWN database for the on-air reporters to accurately deliver traffic reports to our many affiliates in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Provide accurate, useful, and timely traffic information to commuters by utilizing external sources and inputting them into the data system. Sources may include but are not limited to cameras, police scanners, tip-line phone calls, two-way radios, DOT websites, emails, Twitter, and more.
Maintain crucial deadlines to provide constantly up-to-date traffic information.
What You'll Need:
Ability to understand and interpret map data, including flows and directions of travel.
Excellent writing and editing skills; proficient in grammar.
Strong computer skills and familiarity with social networking platforms.
Adept at working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, “newsroom-like” collaborative environment.
Excellent communication skills, complemented by diplomacy, empathy, and patience.
Strong attention to detail and ability to plan and organize, set priorities, and multitask.
Confidence and tenacity to build rapport in order to pursue information, overcome obstacles, and draw information from people.
Ability to handle stress, work calmly and effectively under pressure, and react quickly to changes.
Knowledge of geography and roadways within the local coverage area, including general traffic patterns and mass transit, is preferred.
Previous experience as a television producer and/or public safety dispatch is helpful.
College degree or certificate preferred. Fields of study including communications, television, media production, or broadcast journalism are a plus.
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:
Rutherford, NJ: 201 Route 17 North, 9th Floor, 07070
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.
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