Meteorologist

Job Description

WPTZ/NBC5, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate station in the Burlington, VT/Plattsburgh, NY, has an opportunity for a meteorologist to join our Weather Team.
Description for Internal Candidates
WPTZ/NBC5, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate station in the Burlington, VT/Plattsburgh, NY, has an opportunity for a meteorologist to join our Weather Team. We are looking for a meteorologist who knows the science, but can tell a relatable weather story. This is a great learning opportunity for someone looking to enter the field of broadcast meteorology. You will working collaboratively with a team of meteorologists as well as other members of the newsroom.
During work hours, you'll be in our brand new, state-of-the-art facility. In off hours, you'll be surrounded by some of the best ski areas in the country, scenic mountains, and some of the most beautiful waterways in the country.

Job Responsibilities:
• Give our viewers the weather forecast with accurate, compelling, and understandable weather storytelling and graphics.
• Will provide urgent, immediate weather information before and during severe weather events
• Will be able to simultaneously provide content on TV and on our digital platforms.
• Could be deployed in the field during weather events, science and community-based reporting
• Summarize fact and clearly communicate content for broadcast
• In-person attendance is required. Position is located in South Burlington, VT.
Qualifications Requirements:
• In-depth knowledge of weather science and forecasting.
• Knowledgeable about how to interpret and translate high powered radar data
• Proficient in using WSI and other graphics and technology
• Excellent forecasting and on-air skills
• Ability to tell a compelling weather story
• Ability to do live field reporting on weather and other topics.

Education:
• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Meteorology or related field or equivalent experience
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training or experience will be considered.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1wo0m-3-146-65-212-42 in your application.