Digital News Content Prod./Meteorologist

Job Description

Digital News Content Prod./Meteorologist - WYMT

About WYMT:

WYMT is the CBS affiliate and dominate number one station in the scenic Appalachian Mountains of Southeastern Kentucky. This regional station is located in the small town of Hazard, and has three bureaus and serves more than 25 counties. WYMT provides award-winning local news, weather, and sports coverage. WYMT.com is the region's most powerful digital platform. WYMT is involved and dedicated to the local communities we serve, participating in numerous charities and causes.

A second channel, Heroes & Icons (H&I), allows WYMT to offer even more local programming, including dozens of live high school and college football and basketball games each year. The WYMT/Food City Mountain Basketball Classic has generated more than four and a half million dollars for local students and schools. WYMT has a proven record of turning out solid journalists capable of moving up in the ranks. Several anchors and producers have moved on to Top 20 markets in the last couple of years.

You can enjoy all four seasons … from snow-covered mountains in the winter to blooming dogwoods in the spring. With miles of trails and lakes, it is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, hunting, and fishing. The people of Appalachia are full of pride in their home and culture, and some of the most welcoming you will find. We have a strong work ethic and are always willing to help our neighbors. You will certainly find a ''mountain family'' atmosphere at WYMT.

Job Summary/Description:

WYMT-TV is looking for a dynamic digital content producer/meteorologist to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate will be a journalist/meteorologist who creates news and weather content across all digital platforms, including our new 24/7 streaming weather channel. You will also provide on-air backup for our weather department on all broadcast channels.

WYMT has a proven record of turning out solid journalists capable of moving up the ranks quickly. We have several reporters and producers working in Top 20 markets and higher. We work hard and have fun! Great station! Great company!

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Write and post content, including news stories, videos, and pictures, across all WYMT digital
and social platforms.
- Promote content on social media through engaging posts.
- Monitor news sources to develop news content.
- Provide support to television producers.
- Responsible for preparing and delivering accurate and reliable weather reports across multiple
platforms.
- Prepare and deliver urgent weather updates, interrupting regular programming as necessary.
- Fill in on main newscasts when needed.
- Report live from events and make public appearances and volunteer in community projects on.
behalf of station as needed.
- Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism, meteorology, or related field.
- Knowledgeable with WSI MAX is a plus.
- NWA and/or CBM seal preferred.
- Strong editorial skills.
- Enjoy a fast-paced environment with a desire to win.
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d92b6z-3-149-230-44-42 in your application.