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.
Requirements
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.
Skilled at working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven, newsroom‑style environment.
Excellent writing and editing abilities with 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.
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 t
Benefits
Flexible schedule
Additional Information
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 Anchor to keep listeners informed with timely, accurate traffic and weather updates across the local area. Because Honolulu has its own unique roadway culture and naming conventions, this Anchor must understand - or be able to quickly learn - the specific ways locals refer to highways, landmarks, and key routes.
Iheartmedia · Honolulu, HI