The Meteorologist forecast weather conditions and produces and anchors weather reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Responsibilities
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Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.
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Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
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Writes and delivers weather stories in a clear and concise manner.
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Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content.
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Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
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Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
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Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
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Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
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Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis.
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Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites.
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Ability to write web, text, and social-media versions of news stories.
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Ability to shoot and to edit video and sound.
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Ability to operate ENG Live truck.
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Ability to enterprise news stories.
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Ability to write and interpret broadcast-news copy.
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Ability to report live-breaking news.
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Ability to handle deadline pressure.
Requirements
Requirements & Skills:
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Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
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Fluency in English.
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Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
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Minimum five years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)
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Superior on-air presence.
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Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
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Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
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Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
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Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
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Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
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Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.