Meteorologist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

KREX-TV in Grand Junction, Colorado is seeking an on-air Meteorologist for a full-time, Monday – Friday weather position. You will produce content for television, digital and social platforms with clear, engaging presentation for news consumers.

Requirements include a meteorology degree or related experience, fluency in English, strong communication skills, and proficiency with weather systems. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans; driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in meteorology or related field.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficiency with weather computer systems.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Produce weather content for television, digital and social platforms.
• Write web stories detailing the local forecast daily.
• Post weather content on social media to engage viewers.
• Respond to breaking/severe weather events and urgent newsroom situations.
• Participate in promotional activities and public appearances.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluency in English

Meteorology knowledge

Broadcast presentation

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in meteorology

Tools

Weather computer systems

Job description

KREX-TV in beautiful Grand Junction, Colorado has an immediate opening for an on-air Meteorologist. This is a full-time, Monday – Friday weather position where you will produce content for television, digital and social platforms. You must demonstrate presentation skills which are clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.

Additional Job Description

• Must be well-versed in utilizing social media to post weather content which engages viewers and users. Writes web stories detailing the local forecast daily.
• Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content.
• Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
• Proficiency with weather computer systems.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
• Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.