Meteorologist

Simclair Inc; Johnstown (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair is seeking a Meteorologist to present the weather forecast on-air and on our digital platforms. The role involves forecasting, producing and presenting weather casts that tell a compelling story, and reporting live during weather events.

You will also issue warnings, create graphics, and engage viewers via social media during severe weather, while developing weather stories for digital outlets and making public appearances on behalf of the station.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred.
• Strong forecasting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Forecast, produce and present clear weather casts on-air and online.
• Issue warnings, produce graphics/maps, and report live during weather events.
• Utilize social media during severe weather and write weather stories.
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station.
• Collaborate with producers to tailor weather content in breaking and routine situations.

Skills

Storytelling

Live shots

Forecasting

Writing skills

Multitasking

Education

Meteorology degree

Related field/experience

Job description

WJAC is looking for a Meteorologist to present the weather forecast. As our Meteorologist, 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+ 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.

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.