Meteorologist

Job Description

Meteorologist - WYMT

METEOROLOGIST (W/END) - 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, has one bureau 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 nearly five 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 40 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:
Our newsroom is focused on and dedicated to LOCAL weather. WYMT is looking for a personable and passionate Meteorologist for our popular weekend newscast.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• The Weekend Meteorologist is responsible for preparing and delivering accurate and reliable weather reports over 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.
• Report and/or produce for news three days a week
• Write and produce content for multiple media platforms
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in meteorology is required.
• Knowledgeable with WSI MAX is a plus.
• NWA and/or CBM seal preferred.

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 resume, cover letter, and references

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

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gmjj73-3-15-221-67-42 in your application.