Meteorologist

Job Description

Responsibilities

WRMD Telemundo in Tampa, FL is looking for an experienced, skilled meteorologist to anchor and produce weather segments across all content platforms, including on-air and the station's website. This position will report to the News Director.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
• Gather and prepare weather information for on-air presentation in the WRMD newscasts and special reports outside of regularly-scheduled newscasts.
• Provide creative ideas to showcase the weather segment in an informative and compelling manner.
• Employ strategy and engagement in social media including sending severe weather alerts/warnings.
• Provide input to newscast producers relating to the weather segments.
• Will need to be available to report for all severe weather situations.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:
• A minimum of two years' experience as a TV Meteorologist
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science
• A minimum of two years' experience using and maintaining software from Barons, WSI, Weather Central or equivalent software.
• Proven experience using forecasting tools including Doppler Radar and Satellite Maps
• Proven ability to ad-lib effortlessly while under pressure during weather breaking news and during newscasts
• Able to work a flexible schedule and shifts including mornings and weekends or as needed for severe weather coverage
• Must be willing to work at the station in Tampa, FL location
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be willing to work in Tampa, FL
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be fluent in Spanish (speak, read & write)
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume (if applicable)

Desired Characteristics:
• Degree or certificate in meteorology
• Passionate about weather and committed to the team effort
• Excellent people skills to work well within a team
• Ability to multi-task in a dynamic, content driven, technology intensive environment

Additional Information

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