Meteorologist

Job Description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we're missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.
CBS Miami is looking for a dynamic, passionate, and experienced meteorologist to join our NEXT Weather team. South Florida is a meteorologist's dream market – sunny days, stormy summers, busy hurricane seasons, and clear winter days. This person will be responsible for delivering accurate, engaging weather in a conversational matter. You must have a passion for severe weather and telling the lifestyle weather story on a picture-perfect day. The ideal candidate will also report live on severe weather, climate change and other weather-related content. We want someone who will have great chemistry with our award-winning team and become an engaged part of our community. The meteorologist must have a strong understanding and engagement on digital and social media platforms.

Responsibilities:
• Create local forecasts in alignment with the NEXT Weather brand for CBS News Miami.
• Contribute to NEXT Weather team coverage, both in studio and in the field whenever conditions require.
• Preparing forecasts and producing graphics to tell the weather story across multiple platforms.
• Report on impact of climate change across South Florida.
• Work closely with news management, producers, anchors and the digital team to execute CBS News and Stations' weather strategy.
• Get our viewers ready with accurate, compelling, and understandable weather forecasts.
• Must be able to successfully sustain continuous coverage of severe weather events.
• Participate in community outreach programs
Qualifications:
• Must have 5-7 years of experience.
• Experience with tropical weather preferred.
• Proficient in weather graphics production.
• B.S. Degree in Meteorology or Earth Sciences.
• Ability to use augmented reality in weather segments is a bonus.
• Proven on-air experience in handling breaking news and severe weather coverage
• Ability to live field report and write stories for air.
• AMS and NWS seals are strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and able to work well with a team of other meteorologists in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

What We Offer:
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-j686b2-216-73-216-31-42 in your application.