Traffic Producer - Union

Part‑Time Traffic Producer

We are seeking an experienced Part‑Time Traffic Producer in the Metro Tri‑State Area.

• 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 on‑air reporters to accurately deliver traffic reports to affiliates in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
• Provide accurate, useful, and timely traffic information to commuters using external sources (cameras, police scanners, tip‑line calls, radios, DOT websites, emails, Twitter, etc.).
• Maintain crucial deadlines to provide constantly up‑to‑date traffic information.

• 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 in communications, television, media production, or broadcast journalism.

• 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.

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.

$15.92 – $19.01 per hour.

Rutherford, NJ: 201 Route 17 North, 9th Floor, 07070.

Regular (Part time, hourly).

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement).
• 401(K) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well‑being, family and caregiving.
• Additional voluntary programs such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance, and more.

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.