Traffic Producer - Reporter - Assignment Editor

This is a Full Time Job

Total Traffic & Weather Network Miami (TTWN) is looking for a full time Traffic Producer and Anchor for our TrafficNet, Sigalert TV, Radio and TV Stations.

Location
7601 Riviera Boulevard
Miramar, FL 33023

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Detailed knowledge of Greater South Florida, including Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and Treasure Coast Counties is a must.

• Monitor police and fire scanners, websites, local news, and dispatch pages for incidents that affect traffic.

• Contact local agencies to confirm roadway information.

• Monitor and use social media (Twitter, Instagram, etc) for real time traffic related content.

• Respond to tip line calls, and social media direct messages.

• Manage gathered information: keep all the facts straight, makes sure details are accurate, current and track any changes.

• Dispatch traffic helicopter out to scenes.

• Assist anchors with how they present the current traffic information to listeners on air.

• Monitor and maintain a list of road work, local sporting events, parades, fairs, marathons, etc that can affect future traffic patterns.

• Candidate must be detail oriented, self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, social networking platforms and audio production software

• Knowledgeable with local coverage area geography and roadways, mass transit and traffic patterns

• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice excellent pronunciation

• Adept at working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, ''newsroom-like'' collaborative environment

• Excellent writing and editing skills proficient in grammar

• Strong attention to detail, following up until issues are resolved

• Ability to plan and organize, set priorities and multi task in a fast-paced environment

• Understanding of police scanners a plus

• Bilingual Talents who can deliver broadcast quality English and Spanish are encouraged to apply.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Previous newsroom experience, dispatch, assignment desk, heavy local driving experience preferred.

• On-air radio, TV, audio or similar audio experience preferred

Knowledge of Social Media, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram a must.

• Audio editing experience preferred, Goldwave & Adobe Audition or similar.

• A flexible schedule is required including split-shift, weekends and holidays.