Meteorologist/MMJ

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Meteorologist Reporter to report, shoot, write and edit weather and news stories across air, online and social platforms.

You will present forecasts, respond to severe weather, and collaborate with the weather team to build comprehensive coverage for multiple platforms. The role includes daily web storytelling, engagement with viewers on social media, and a three-day-per-week MMVJ reporting component.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Entry level to 2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred.
• Must be able to shoot video and perform non-linear editing.
• Ability to write story from beginning to end.
• Knowledge of ENPS helpful.
• Proficiency with Barron’s Radar is helpful.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot, write and edit weather/news reports across multiple platforms.
• Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms.
• Respond to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations.
• Work closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
• Write web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis.
• Interact with viewers and users on social media sites.
• MMVJ portion includes reporting three days a week.
• Post on the web and social media.

Skills

Weather reporting

Video shooting

Non-linear editing

Storytelling

Deadline-driven

Multitasking

Communication

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field

Tools

ENPS

Barron’s Radar

Job description

The Meteorologist Reporter will report, shoot, write and edit weather/news reports across multiple platforms. Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms. Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. Writes and delivers weather / news stories in a clear and concise manner. Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content. Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations as required. Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage. Participates in promotional activities including public appearances. Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis. Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites. The MMVJ part of the job includes reporting three days a week. Ability to shoot pictures and edit stories from beginning to end. Winning candidate will be posting on the web and social media.

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Entry level to 2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred.
• Must be able to shoot video and perform non-linear editing.
• Ability to write story from beginning to end.
• Knowledge of ENPS helpful.
• Proficiency with Barron’s Radar is helpful.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• 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.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.