Meteorologist / Weather Producer

Job Description

Meteorologist/Weather Producer-Part Time

The Meteorologist/Weather Producer will produce and distribute content elements across several media platforms.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Produces weather reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes and delivers weather stories in a clear and concise manner
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content
• Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required
• Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage
• Writes web stories detailing the local forecast daily
• Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience in on-air presentation is desired
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The Meteorologist/Weather Producer must be able to stand, sit, reach, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, and work outdoors with various weather conditions and indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment or items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gk30pp-3-137-183-14-42 in your application.