Seattle TV-KIRO is hiring : Traffic Reporter (Part-Time) - KIRO TV in Seattle

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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

Preferred Qualifications

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 202 5

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; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 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 www.coxmediagroup.com

CMG is a special place. Here, we rely on our winning mindset and deep expertise to find creative solutions, think differently, and work together to positively impact the people and communities we serve. It's where we connect and inspire diverse audiences every day and everywhere with our unmatched content, products, services and people.

At CMG, we take pride in our collaborative and open environment, where everyone feels valued, seen and heard. Our shared commitment to living our company's core Values – Teamwork, Diversity, Integrity, Quality and Fiscal Responsibility - propels us every day, in everything we do. We encourage you to explore #LifeAtCMG, where you can bring your best, authentic self to work, think boldly and make a difference.

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CMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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