Meteorologist

Job Description

KBOI/KYUU is looking for a Meteorologist to present the weather forecast for our morning and midday newscasts. As our Meteorologist, you are responsible for the content of the weathercast on-air and on our digital and social media platforms.

The main day-to-day responsibilities will include the following:
• Forecasting, producing and presenting clear and easy to understand weathercasts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and occasional live reporting during severe weather events
• Utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations

To be successful in this role:
• Understanding of weather
• Calm under pressure when there is severe weather
• Ability to relate weather to people's everyday lives

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxy4ej-18-118-150-80-42 in your application.