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Meteorologist

WALA

Mobile, AL 12-15-2022
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
Meteorologist - WALA

About WALA:

WALA FOX10 News is a local media organization producing news, weather and original content for the Gulf Coast. Located in Mobile, AL. WALA is the oldest existing television station in the state of Alabama. FOX10 takes pride in a winning culture and is committed to the community.

Job Summary/Description:

WALA Fox 10 is searching for a Meteorologist to help execute our aggressive Stormtracker Weather brand and join our talented team of meteorologists. The ideal candidate for this position possesses superior forecasting and storytelling skills. We are looking for a Meteorologist adept in all aspects of meteorology, including forecasting, graphics preparation, digital presentation, social media, and live reporting in the field. Our Meteorologists must have a passion for the profession and lead the charge in not only our daily coverage, but when we are threatened by severe storms, tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, hail, damaging winds, and ice and snow.

Duties/Responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
- Forecast weather conditions and produce/anchor weather reports on all platforms in a clear, engaging, and impactful manner
- Take ownership and execute our StormTracker Weather brand
- Be fluent in latest weather technology from IBM (WSI)
- Respond urgently to breaking and severe weather events on all platforms including broadcast, OTT, digital and social media
- Work collaboratively with a growing team of meteorologists
- Write and update detailed daily web stories
- Contribute to an OTT weather show several times a week
- Take part in promotional activities and public appearances
- Ensure all weather content leads the market and meets WALA's standards for integrity and production value

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Minimum of bachelor's degree in Meteorology or a related/equivalent field
- Minimum 2 years' experience in weather anchoring preferred
- Superior communication skills and the ability to ad-lib
- Ability to accurately forecast severe storms and hurricanes
- Ability and willingness to work flexible schedule
- Valid driver's license and good driving record

Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'' , upload your resume, cover letter and references

WALA-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gk5jwp-18-119-172-146-42 in your application.

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Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.