Traffic Reporter (Part-Time) - KIRO TV Job at Cox Media Group, Seattle, WA

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  • Cox Media Group
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Location: WA-Seattle

Job Title: Traffic Reporter (Part-Time) - KIRO TV

 

Position Overview

KIRO 7 News is looking for a sharp, energetic part-time Traffic Reporter to join our fun, fast-paced morning show team! If you love helping people start their day informed and ready to roll, this is the job for you. This early-morning gig is all about teamwork, creativity, and connecting with viewers on air, online, and on social. You may also pitch in on other shows or record quick-hit traffic updates for later in the day. If you bring the energy, we’ve got a great crew ready to back you up!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Deliver live and recorded traffic reports during KIRO 7 Morning News.
  • Monitor traffic conditions in real time using available technology and data sources.
  • Provide alternate routes and context for major slowdowns, incidents, and closures.
  • Create engaging content for digital and social platforms as needed.
  • Collaborate with producers, digital content producer, and fellow reporters to cover major traffic stories or breaking news with a traffic impact.
  • Maintain awareness of local events, construction projects, and major traffic patterns that affect Puget Sound commuters

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 to 3 years working on-air.
  • Strong on-camera and storytelling skills with the ability to perform live under pressure.
  • Ability to write and produce stories and present them live on TV, OTT, and on digital platforms.
  • Ability to analyze and simplify traffic information for a general audience.
  • Prior experience in television, radio, or digital traffic reporting is a plus.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university in Journalism, Communications or Science preferred
  • Familiarity with the Seattle metro area and its traffic dynamics is preferred.
  • Proficiency with traffic systems, mapping tools, and newsroom computer programs preferred

The wage for this position is $40.00 per hour.

 

Benefits for Full-Time roles include:  

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family ( i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner).  

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts  

  • Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment) 

  • Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options  

  • Full-time hourly employees are eligible to earn up to 176 hours of PTO inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law.  

  • Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.  

  • U p to eight (8) paid holidays & two (2) floating holidays throughout calendar year 2025 

  • Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave  

  • Employee Assistance Program  

  • All other benefits required by applicable law  

 

About Cox Media Group
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 49 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 10 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit 

Req #: 1771 #LI-Onsite

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