Meteorologist

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Eugene, Oregon seeks a Meteorologist to anchor the weather on-air and online, maintaining a digital and social presence while delivering forecasts in every newscast. You will report from the field, produce packages and vosots, and collaborate with the digital team to create compelling weather content for the website and social channels.

A strong background in forecasting, live visuals, and journalistic ethics is essential, with prior experience as a weather anchor at

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of forecasting.
• Experience with active and visual live shots.
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or equivalent.
• Experience as weather anchor/meteorologist at a professional news station.
• Understanding of journalistic ethics.

Responsibilities

• Forecast, produce and present clear weather casts that tell a story.
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics/maps, and report live during weather events.
• Utilize social media and write weather stories.
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station.
• Collaborate with producers on weather content for breaking and routine coverage.
• Coordinate with digital team to create engaging website, YouTube and social media content.
• Produce semi-regular weather packages.

Skills

Forecasting

Live shots

Multitasking

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Job description

KVAL/KMTR is looking for a Meteorologist to anchor the weather on-air and online. You will maintain a digital and social media presence while also providing weather forecasts throughout our newscasts. We also look to our meteorologists for weather reporting, which includes work in the field producing packages, vosots and more.

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 as well as write weather stories
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
• Work with digital team to create engaging content for the website, YouTube and social media
• Produce semi-regular weather packages

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

• In Depth Knowledge of forecasting
• Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
• 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.
• Experience as weather anchor/meteorologist at professional news station
• Understanding of journalistic ethics

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.

About Sinclair:

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.