KABC AM Traffic Anchor/Reporter

Job Summary:

ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking a dynamic and motivated traffic anchor/reporter to join our morning team. We are looking for a journalist with big energy and big ideas who is multi-skilled and thrives on putting their skills to work on a weekly, even daily basis. We’re looking for someone who can anchor, report, and has experience in traffic presentation and traffic reporting who will utilize all available technology and resources to elevate storytelling.

This person will gather and monitor all elements of traffic reports, always looking for ways to elevate and enhance impactful traffic storytelling. This person will also report on transportation issues impacting our area including major construction and closures. The ideal candidate is the traffic expert and has the ability to cover everything from hard news and breaking news to big entertainment stories and events.

This position is a Monday-Friday morning shift. This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities :

• Gather and monitor traffic data utilizing station technology to present impactful and informative traffic reports

• Create unique and shareable traffic and transportation stories that impact Southern California communities

• Collaborate on content and new ideas, handle live breaking news across platforms.

• Active use of social media for promotion and news gathering.

• Participate in community and station public events

Basic Qualifications :

• Multiple market experience

• Solid knowledge of the Los Angeles area

• Must be a strong journalist and storyteller

• Know how to present active and engaging live shots

• Must be comfortable handling live breaking news in the field and studio

• Must work well under deadline pressure

• Must have schedule flexibility and ability to work holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Adobe Premiere and/or Dalet One-Cut

• Previous local news anchoring or fill-in anchoring experience

• Previous experience covering entertainment stories

• Ability to shoot, edit and publish

• Bilingual preferred

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree

Additional Info:

• Please include the link to your recent reel when submitting your application online.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $140,000 to $175,000 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.