Meteorologist - TV

Job Description

METEOROLOGIST (W/END) - WMC-TV

About WMC-TV:

WMC, Action News 5 in Memphis is the NBC affiliate and legacy news station in the highly competitive Memphis, Tennessee Market. Action News 5 is driven by the community. We find solutions to problems that impact people across four states. Through in-depth journalism and local partnerships, we strive to inform, inspire, empower, and support Memphis and the Mid-South. Our team at WMC, Action News 5 is always pushing the technology envelope. Broadcast and digital media innovation are in our DNA. Our team produces 46.5 hours of local programming on broadcast and more than 100 hours on OTT including nearly 60 NCAA Division I men's and women's sporting events for ESPN Plus.

Job Summary/Description:

The Meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologist, news managers, and producers to cover comprehensive weather coverage in daily newscasts, as well as during severe weather. WMC is searching for a dynamic, engaging meteorologist to join Memphis' most trusted team.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Analyze raw scientific data, models, and other available and relevant information to create an accurate weather forecast for our viewing area
- Create a compelling, conversational presentation of weather forecast for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media audiences
- Identify and communicate the ''weather story of the day'' to a cross-platform audience
- Accurately forecast and track severe weather

Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least 2 years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist preferred
- Operational radar experience and command of WSI MAX system preferred
- Familiar with the Baron Lynx system
- BS/BA in Meteorology/ Atmospheric Science /Communications / Journalism or equivalent background. Seals of the National Weather Association and/or American Meteorological Society are preferred, but not necessary.
- Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts, especially considering the unpredictable nature of weather events
- A clean driving record, the ability to drive in various weather conditions, and a valid driver's license are a requirement for this position.

Interested applicants can go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, and station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', and upload your cover letter, resume, and references.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WMC-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rnnbj3-18-119-126-21-42 in your application.