Meteorologist - WMC

Job Description

Meteorologist - WMC

METEOROLOGIST (W/END MORNINGS) - WMC

About WMC:

WMC-TV, virtual and VHF digital channel 5, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Memphis, Tennessee, United States. The station is owned by Gray Television. The station serves roughly the western third of Tennessee, northern Mississippi, eastern Arkansas and the southeastern corner of Missouri over the air, on satellite, and on various cable systems.

Job Summary/Description:

WMC in Memphis, TN seeks an experienced Meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather team. The Meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologist, news managers and producers to cover comprehensive weather coverage in daily newscasts, as well as during severe weather. WMC is searching for a dynamic, engaging meteorologist to join Memphis' most trusted team.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
- Analyze raw scientific data, models, and other available and relevant information to create an accurate weather forecast for our viewing area
- Create a compelling, conversational presentation of weather forecast for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media audiences
- Identify and communicate the ''weather story of the day'' to a cross platform audience
- Accurately forecast and track severe weather
- Clearly communicate the weather information to editorial staff for planning purposes (short and long-range)
- Conceptualize and create weather graphics and analyze data from a number of meteorological sources in order to communicate engaging weather forecasts
- Available to work both in studio and in the field

Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least 2 years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist
- Operational radar experience and command of WSI MAX system preferred
- Familiar with Baron Lynx system preferred
- BS/BA in Meteorology/ Atmospheric Science /Communications / Journalism or equivalent background. Seals of the National Weather Association and/or American Meteorological Society are preferred, but not necessary.
- Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts, especially considering the unpredictable nature of weather events
- A clean driving record, ability to drive in various weather conditions and valid driver's license is a requirement of this position.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people 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,

(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r787q9-13-59-195-118-42 in your application.