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Key Responsibilities

On-Air Traffic Anchor

• Deliver live and recorded traffic reports during newscasts, breaking news coverage, and severe weather events.
• Clearly communicate traffic incidents, construction impacts, road closures, transit disruptions, and alternate routes.
• Collaborate closely with producers, meteorologists, and assignment desk to ensure seamless coverage.

Traffic / Transportation / Construction Beat Reporter

• Own and develop the station’s traffic, transportation, and construction beat.
• Pitch, report, and produce enterprise stories related to roadway safety, infrastructure projects, commuting trends, transit systems, and government transportation decisions.
• Build strong relationships with transportation agencies, law enforcement, DOTs, city planners, and community stakeholders.
• Provide context and accountability reporting that goes beyond daily traffic hits.

Multi-Platform & Digital Focus

• Create content for streaming newscasts, OTT platforms, website, and mobile apps.
• Write and publish digital stories, breaking news updates, and explainers.
• Use social media to share traffic updates, promote stories, and engage with viewers in real time.
• Contribute to special projects, interactive maps, and data-driven traffic coverage.

Newsroom Collaboration

• Participate in editorial meetings and contribute story ideas.
• Assist with live field reporting as needed, including breaking news and major events.
• Maintain a professional, credible on-air presence that reflects the station’s brand

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred.

• Prior on-air experience as a traffic anchor and/or reporter. (2-3 years preferred)

• Strong live reporting and breaking news skills.
• Demonstrated ability to produce content across TV, streaming, digital, and social platforms.
• Knowledge of traffic systems, transportation issues, and local geography preferred.
• Proficient with newsroom systems, traffic software, and digital publishing tools.
• Excellent writing, storytelling, and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Desired Attributes

• Strong editorial judgment and attention to accuracy.
• Comfortable explaining complex issues in a clear, relatable way.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage a beat and generate enterprise content.
• Engaging personality with a community-first mindset.
• Calm and confident under pressure during breaking news situations.