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Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc.

Traffic Reporter Job at Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc. in Little Rock

Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc., Little Rock, AR, United States, 72295

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Company Overview

CUMULUS | Little Rock, AR currently features 8 stations in the Little Rock market: KIPR 92.3 "Power 92 Jams", KLAL 107.7 "Alice 107.7", KURB 98.5 "B98.5", KARN-FM 102.9 "News Radio 102.9", KOKY 102.1 "The Legendary KOKY", KPZK 102.5 "Praise", KARN-AM 920 "The Sports Animal" and KAAY-AM 1090 "The Mighty 1090".

Position Overview

CUMULUS MEDIA | Little Rock is looking for a dynamic Traffic Reporter, Part-Time. Our people work in a state-of-the-art facility, take pride in our community and value teamwork. If you can deliver lifestyle headlines, be focused, creative and multi-task and most of all...love radio, we should talk. Board work, remotes and production are all a part of what we do, so show us what you've got.

Responsibilities include co-hosting shows that generate ratings by being entertaining, informative, community oriented and forwarding the brand. Must have a deep understanding of how to go beyond the latest news, headlines, and events to craft an entertaining and unique product.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities:

  • Gather regional traffic information covering Little Rock and surrounding cities. Enter details into internal computer and web systems
  • Announces the latest accidents and traffic hold-ups on affiliated broadcast stations
  • Reads traffic reports, commercials and public service messages to listeners on the radio from a variety of in-take sources; canvasses local, state and national traffic news to determine significance and prioritization
  • Identifies, researches, and creates copy regarding traffic to feature during on-air shift; finalizes content using digital audio editing software
  • Manages gathered information; keeps all facts straight, makes sure details are accurate and current, and tracks any changes
  • Maintains crucial deadlines in order to provide traffic updates in a timely fashion
  • Maintain knowledge of metro interstates, highways, and streets
  • May be responsible for operating control board for studios and remote programming

Qualifications:

  • 3 + years of Full-Time On-Air experience with successful ratings history required
  • Strong production skills and knowledge of Op X, VOX Pro/Adobe Audition and Audacity
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking
  • Strong knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations
  • Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune daily with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions
  • Demonstrated upbeat personality, informative, entertaining and engaging on the air; able to relate to station audience
  • Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and editing skills; proficient in grammar; ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air
  • Demonstrated creativity and imagination
  • Can work well in a team environment; collaborative


What We Offer

  • Competitive Pay
  • Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask "what if" and try innovative solutions
  • 401K with company match


For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs
For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

EEO Statement

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).