Meteorologist (Part-Time/Temporary)

Sinclair Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Sinclair Inc. in Columbus seeks a part-time, temporary Meteorologist to present the weather forecast on-air and on our digital platforms. You will craft clear forecasts that tell a story and engage viewers, both live and in graphics.

Responsibilities include producing weather segments, issuing alerts, posting weather stories on social media, and making public appearances for the station while collaborating with producers to deliver timely, accurate weather coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• 2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred.
• Ability to tell memorable weather stories with visual, live shots and writing.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting, producing and presenting clear 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.
• Pitching story ideas, developing contacts and reporting 3 days a week.
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations.

Skills

Storytelling

Live shots

Forecasting knowledge

Writing skills

Multitasking

Social media following

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Job description

WSYX/WTTE is looking for a part-time, temporary Meteorologist to present the weather forecast. As our Part-Time Temporary 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.
• 2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

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.