Traffic Producer Union

Position: Traffic Producer - Full Time (Union)
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** The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it!  iHeart

Media,
** 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 iHeart

Radio Music Festival, the iHeart

Radio Music Awards, the iHeart

Country Festival, iHeart

Radio Fiesta Latina and the iHeart

Radio Jingle Ball Tour;
* iHeart

Radio 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: iHeart

Media!

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 iHeart

Media 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 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, X, 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,…