Lead Meteorologist & Weather Content Creator

American Meteorological Society; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair, Inc. is seeking a Chief Meteorologist for CBS2/FOX9 to lead weather presentation across TV, digital and social platforms. The ideal candidate will craft clear forecasts, issue warnings and guide weather graphics, working with producers to tell a compelling weather story.

You should bring deep forecasting knowledge, a strong news sense, excellent writing, and the ability to multitask under deadlines, with Idaho weather familiarity preferred.

Qualifications

• In-Depth Knowledge of forecasting.
• Knowledge of Idaho weather preferred.
• Sharp news judgement and exceptional writing skills.
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
• Ability to produce impactful content for social media.
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers.
• Issue warnings, alerts, produce graphics and maps during weather events that keep the audience informed.
• Create engaging weather content for digital, Youtube and social media.
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station.
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations.

Skills

Forecasting

News judgement

Writing skills

Multitasking

Social media content

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Job description

Sinclair, Inc. is seeking a Chief Meteorologist for CBS2/FOX9 to lead weather presentation across TV, digital and social platforms. The ideal candidate will craft clear forecasts, issue warnings and guide weather graphics, working with producers to tell a compelling weather story.

You should bring deep forecasting knowledge, a strong news sense, excellent writing, and the ability to multitask under deadlines, with Idaho weather familiarity preferred.