Storytelling 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

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.