Multiskilled Journalist / Meteorologist

Job Description

KBMT/K-JAC, the ABC & NBC affiliate in Beaumont, Texas, is looking for an engaging, experienced, social media savvy Meteorologist/Forecaster & Multiskilled Journalist. Qualified applicants must have a meteorology or similar degree and the ability to work in fast-paced, team atmosphere. The ideal candidate will have experience studying, analyzing, forecasting and communicating severe weather along with an understanding of a broad range of technology. The ideal candidate will also pitch and generate weather-related stories for 12News and 12NewsNow.com, while embracing social media tools for expanding weather coverage and storytelling. Candidate must also have knowledge of being a Multiskilled Journalist and capable of reporting as needed.

Responsibilities:
• Research, prepare and deliver weather content in newscasts and across all platforms utilizing all available weather data, graphics computers and radars both in-studio and in the field
• Write & post stories on social media platforms
• Knowledge of shooting, writing and editing stories
• Present on-air with clear, concise, and interesting weather graphics
• Prepare and deliver severe weather updates, interrupting regular programming as necessary
• Create digital and social weather content multiple times a day with differentiated weather segments for broadcast
• Interact with audiences on multiple platforms, especially during severe weather events
• Communicate and guide weather content plans for aggressive, accurate weather coverage when our consumers need it

Job Requirements:

Requirements:
• Four-year college degree in Journalism/Meteorology.
• Demonstrated experience writing, reporting, shooting, and editing video
• Strong communication skills (written/oral) for on-air delivery
• Ability to work under pressure while meeting daily assigned environments
• AMS and/or NWA Seal of approval preferred but not required.
• Applicable knowledge of multiplatform newsgathering tools and resources including digital media
• Valid driver's license and good driving record
• Fill in on other shifts when necessary.
• Travel: Occasionally: 10-25%
• Work Environment Set: Moderate risk: involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions
• Physical Demands Set: Light work: Involves sitting most of the time, walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 US markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit

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