MMJ, Meteorologist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a WTRF Meteorologist/MMJ to report, shoot, write and edit weather and news for multiple platforms during the weekend, including TV, online and social channels.

You will develop and present accurate forecasts, enterprise daily weather stories, deliver clear, concise copy, shoot and edit video, post content to the web and engage viewers across social media while collaborating with the weather team to cover severe weather events.

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

• Produce and present weather/news reports for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, CTV, etc.
• Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media 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.

Skills

Weather presentation

Video shooting

Video editing

Story writing

Deadline management

Forecasting

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field

Equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Tools

ENPS

Barron’s Radar

Job description

The WTRF Meteorologist, MMJ (WEEKEND) will report, shoot, write and edit weather/news reports across multiple platforms.

• Produce and present weather/news reports for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, CTV, etc.
• Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
• Demonstrate compelling story telling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media 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.