Part-Time Meteorologist: Live Weather & News

Scripps Media, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WMAR, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Baltimore, Maryland, is seeking a Part Time, Temporary Meteorologist to join our weather team.

You will analyze meteorological data and prepare forecasts to keep the community informed and safe, whether tracking severe weather or planning the week ahead. You'll prepare and deliver daily weathercasts, urgent updates, and weather content across TV, radio, and the internet, while collaborating with the photojournalist and newsroom staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Meteorology preferred.
• Generally 3+ years experience in related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver daily weathercasts using weather data and graphics systems.
• Deliver urgent weather updates interrupting regular programming as needed.
• Report live from event sites or mobile broadcast unit and work across multiple media platforms.
• Gather and verify factual information through interviews, observation, and research.

Skills

Weather data interpretation

Broadcast writing

Live reporting

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Job description

WMAR, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Baltimore, Maryland, is seeking a Part Time, Temporary Meteorologist to join our weather team.

You will analyze meteorological data and prepare forecasts to keep the community informed and safe, whether tracking severe weather or planning the week ahead. You'll prepare and deliver daily weathercasts, urgent updates, and weather content across TV, radio, and the internet, while collaborating with the photojournalist and newsroom staff.