First Alert Broadcast Meteorologist

GRAY MEDIA; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

KVLY-TV/Gray Media is seeking a meteorologist to join our award-winning First Alert Weather Team. You will collaborate with the Chief Meteorologist, news managers and producers to deliver accurate forecasts for newscasts, streaming updates and digital content.

You will analyze raw data, create conversational weather presentations for broadcast and social media, identify the weather story of the day and track severe weather to keep our viewing area safe and informed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as a broadcast meteorologist.
• Operational radar knowledge and WSI MAX system experience.
• Familiar with Baron Lynx system.
• BS/BA in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science or equivalent.
• Flexible scheduling for weather events and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Analyze raw data and models to craft accurate forecasts.
• Present weather conversationally for broadcast, streaming and social media.
• Identify the weather story of the day for cross-platform audiences.
• Forecast and track severe weather to protect the viewing area.

Skills

Broadcast meteorology

Radar systems

Weather graphics

Written weather content

Severe weather forecasting

Flexible scheduling

Education

BS/BA in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science

Tools

WSI MAX

Baron Lynx

Job description

KVLY-TV/Gray Media is seeking a meteorologist to join our award-winning First Alert Weather Team. You will collaborate with the Chief Meteorologist, news managers and producers to deliver accurate forecasts for newscasts, streaming updates and digital content.

You will analyze raw data, create conversational weather presentations for broadcast and social media, identify the weather story of the day and track severe weather to keep our viewing area safe and informed.