Meteorologist, KOAA

KSHB / KMCI / The EW Scripps Company; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 81,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

KOAA, The E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in Colorado Springs, seeks a Meteorologist to deliver accurate forecasts across TV, digital, radio and social platforms.

You’ll provide severe weather coverage, craft engaging weather stories and educate audiences to stay informed and safe. You’ll contribute to multi-platform storytelling, collaborate with photographers and reporters, and thrive in a fast-paced newsroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology preferred.
• Generally 3+ years experience in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily weathercasts with weather data and graphics.
• Provide urgent weather updates during severe weather.
• Produce weather content across TV, radio and internet.
• Evaluate new weather data gathering and presentation tools.
• Gather and verify factual information through interviews, observation and research.
• Report live from events or mobile broadcast units.
• Write and produce weather stories for multiple media platforms.
• Collaborate with photographers on stories as needed.
• Work cooperatively with team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Broadcast writing

AP style writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Tools

Weather data software

Editing software

Newsroom computer systems

Broadcast cameras

Job description

Join the team at KOAA, The E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in Colorado Springs as a Meteorologist and become a trusted source of weather information for our community across television, digital, radio, and social platforms. We’re looking for an experienced communicator who can deliver accurate, compelling forecasts, provide critical coverage during severe weather events, and create content that helps audiences stay informed and safe. If you’re passionate about storytelling, thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, and enjoy connecting with viewers across multiple platforms, we’d love to hear from you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Prepare and deliver daily weathercasts utilizing all available weather data and graphics computers.
• Prepare and deliver urgent weather updates interrupting regular programming as necessary.
• Prepare and deliver all weathercast materials over a variety of mediums, including, but not limited to: TV, Radio, Internet.
• Assist management in evaluations of potential new weather data gathering and presentation computers.
• Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Report live from event sites or mobile broadcast unit.
• May write and produce quality news and weather stories for multiple media platforms.
• May report, write capture visual content, edit, and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline, such as Internet and digital channels.
• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelors degree in Meteorology preferred
• Generally 3+ years experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Computer literacy, including weather and newsroom computer systems
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
• Knowledge of editing systems
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
• Proficient at posting content to various websites
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

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COMPENSATION RANGE:

Annual Salary: $81,000.00 - 106000

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in Colorado.

WHAT WE OFFER (ADDITIONAL BENEFITS):

• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• 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, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve.We are intentional about creating anenvironmentwhereemployees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspiredto reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.