Weekend Weather Forecaster & Storyteller

News-Press-and-Gazette

Bend (OR)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

6 days ago

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News-Press & Gazette Co. is seeking a Meteorologist/Forecaster to join our Local Alert Weather team in Central Oregon.

You will analyze weather data and forecast models to deliver accurate forecasts for broadcast and streaming audiences, working closely with senior meteorologists and news leadership. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in meteorology or atmospheric sciences, or a related field with strong weather forecasting interest from a communications/journalism background.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in meteorology and/or atmospheric sciences is preferred.
Candidates with a communications/journalism degree and strong weather interest will be considered.
Experience analyzing weather data and forecast models is desirable.

Responsibilities

Analyze weather data and forecast models to produce accurate, timely forecasts.
Communicate forecast information clearly to viewers across broadcast and streaming platforms.
Work weekends with potential weekday fill-ins for morning and evening broadcasts.