Meteorologist

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Axtell (NE); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NTV, part of Sinclair Broadcast Group, is seeking a skilled Meteorologist to deliver weather forecasts for assigned shifts. You will present on-air and contribute to digital platforms to tell a visual weather story.

You will forecast, produce and present clear weather casts, issue alerts, create graphics, report live during weather events, and engage viewers on social media. Bachelor's in Meteorology required; 1–2 years on-air weather experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field; equivalent work experience considered.
• 1–2 years’ on-air weather presentation experience preferred.
• Strong storytelling and writing abilities with clear on-air delivery.

Responsabilités

• Forecast, produce and present weather casts clearly and engagingly.
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, report live during weather events.
• Utilize social media for weather content and write weather stories for digital platforms.
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station.
• Pitch story ideas, develop contacts and report 3 days a week.
• Collaborate with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and daily situations.

Connaissances

Storytelling

Live visuals

Forecasting

Writing

Multitasking

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Description du poste

NTV is looking for a Meteorologist to present the weather forecast for whatever shift you're assigned. As one of our Meteorologists you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms.

The main day to day responsibilities of the role will include…

• Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events
• Utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station
• Pitching story ideas, developing contacts and reporting 3 days a week
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?

• Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories, we value visual and compelling storytelling
• Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
• In Depth Knowledge of forecasting
• Sharp news judgement and exceptional writing skills
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• 1-2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.