Meteorologist

NBC 10 WJAR Providence New Bedford; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Open door policy

Upward mobility

Strong support to succeed

Job summary

WJAR in Providence, RI is seeking a multi-platform Meteorologist to join Storm Team 10. You will forecast, produce, and present weather segments for broadcast, digital, and social platforms, and work with fellow meteorologists to craft compelling weather content.

You will issue warnings, create graphics, report live during events, and appear publicly. The role requires at least two years of on-air weather experience, a degree in atmospheric sciences or broadcast journalism, and strong social

Qualifications

• Two years of experience presenting weather and producing forecasts.
• Degree in Atmospheric Sciences, Meteorology or Broadcast Journalism.
• Strong understanding of Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and other social media to help build content.
• Familiarity with WSI weather technology, Total Traffic systems, and Avid is a plus.
• Willing to work overnights, weekends, or holidays in a 24/7 news environment.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting, Producing, and Presenting weather casts that 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 and write weather stories.
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station.
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations.

Skills

Weather forecasting

Broadcast journalism

Social media

Communication under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Atmospheric Sciences or Meteorology or Broadcast Journalism

Tools

WSI weather technology

Total Traffic

Avid

Job description

WJAR, Southern New England's News Leader, is looking for a multi-platform Meteorologist!

The qualified candidate will be responsible for working with our Storm Team 10 meteorologists in the creation of daily weather segments and live-breaking/severe weather events, producing weather-related stories or prime-time weather specials across broadcast, digital, and social platforms. Along with the Chief and Senior Meteorologists, you will be responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms. You will present on-air forecasts, issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and provide content to digital and social media.

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
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations

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

• At least two years of experience presenting weather and producing forecasts
• Degree in Atmospheric Sciences, Meteorology or Broadcast Journalism
• Must have a strong understanding of Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and other forms of social media to help build content
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure
• Familiarity with WSI weather technology, Total Traffic systems, and Avid is a plus
• Must be willing to work overnights, weekends, or holidays in a 24/7 news environment

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 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; 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.

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
• strong desire to see you succeed