Meteorologist

BroadBean; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair seeks a meteorologist to present the weather forecast on-air and across digital platforms. You will tell a compelling weather story, produce graphics, and report live during weather events.

The role involves pitching ideas, developing contacts, and collaborating with producers to deliver accurate forecasts three days a week. A strong writing ability and comfort with social media are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• 1+ years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Forecast, produce and present clear and concise weather casts.
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics/maps, report live during weather events.
• Utilize social media during severe weather and write weather stories.
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station.
• Pitch story ideas, develop contacts and report 3 days a week.
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations.

Skills

Storytelling

Live weather presenting

Forecasting

Graphics and maps

Social media usage

Strong writing

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Job description

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.

About Us

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.