Meteorologist

Job Description

Temporary-Part Time Meteorologist

WSET is looking for a Part-Time Weather Fill-In to present the weather forecast for the news. As our Part-Time Weather Fill-In, you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms.

The main day-to-day responsibilities of the role will include…
• Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell the story and connect with viewers
• Communicate warnings, advisories, and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report during live weather events
• Utilize all information sources during severe weather, as well as write weather stories for the web
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station
• Come with weather story ideas and contacts for story ideas
• Work with weather staff, producers, anchors to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations

What skills do you need to be successful in this role?
• Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories, we value visual and compelling storytelling
• Ability to demonstrate visual and active live shots
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
• Knowledge of weather forecasting
• Bachelor's degree or certificate in meteorology or related field, or combination of education and work-related experience
• Experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rojmx4-216-73-216-12-42 in your application.