Multi-Platform Meteorologist & Severe Weather Specialist

TEGNA, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WKYC-TV Cleveland, part of TEGNA Inc., is seeking a dynamic Meteorologist to join our WX team. You\'ll prepare and deliver accurate weather forecasts on-air and online, and contribute graphics, reporting from the field, and social media updates.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in Meteorology and 3–5 years of on-air experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills. You\'ll work in a multi-platform environment, covering severe weather with modern tools and participating in planning for

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Meteorology, Geoscience or Atmospheric Science.
• 3–5 years on-air meteorology experience required.
• Proficiency posting content to websites and social media; computer literacy including weather and newsroom systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and compelling weather forecasts in a multi-platform environment.
• Prepare and deliver severe weather updates, interrupting regular programming as necessary.
• Produce clean, creative and informative graphics to tell the weather story.
• Fill in on other shifts when necessary.
• Write and report from the field or inside the newsroom.
• Update website and interact with viewers on social media platforms daily.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Make public appearances.

Skills

On-air communication

Broadcast teamwork

Social media posting

Graphics coordination

Education

BA/BS in Meteorology, Geoscience or Atmospheric Science

Job description

WKYC-TV Cleveland, part of TEGNA Inc., is seeking a dynamic Meteorologist to join our WX team. You\'ll prepare and deliver accurate weather forecasts on-air and online, and contribute graphics, reporting from the field, and social media updates.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in Meteorology and 3–5 years of on-air experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills. You\'ll work in a multi-platform environment, covering severe weather with modern tools and participating in planning for