Traffic Producer

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.
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 a skilled Traffic and Weather Producer
What You'll Do:
Gather regional traffic information and enter details into internal computer and web systems
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 and visual images 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
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 weekends, evenings, overnights, and holidays
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
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
Compensation:
Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data.
$17.76 - $22.20
Location:
Chicago, IL: 233 N. Michigan Avenue, 30th Floor, 60601
Position Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full 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 dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
Company provided and supplemental life insurance (pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement)
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays
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, home and auto 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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