Digital Meteorologist, CNN Weather

Walmart•Atlanta, GA

57d

About The Position

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are… When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next… From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive. We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN. To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X! The Job This role is for a strong meteorologist and self-describing weather nerd to represent CNN Weather on digital platforms and its new mobile product. You’ll host livestreams and deliver real-time forecasts and nowcasts, create on-demand videos, and work with the team to produce daily forecasts and write sharp, accurate stories. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and presenter who thrives in the breaking news environment, can deliver level-headed expertise in weather and climate science, and knows how to engage audiences on digital platforms.

Requirements

A degree in meteorology
At least 3 years of digital editorial experience
Experience covering fast-moving weather on a public-facing platform
Understanding of latest digital video trends, including how to capture, captivate and hold an audience
A collaborative, team-oriented attitude
Ability to frame stories for national and global audiences
Eagerness to work outside the regular 9 to 5 during major weather events
Proven ability to translate complex science concepts
The ability to write briefly and breezily
Strong pitching and headline instincts
Exceptional communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the team as a meteorologist in the execution of live coverage during hurricanes, tornado outbreaks, severe ice storms, life-threatening floods and more
Host livestreams for CNN Weather on our mobile platform, delivering forecast analysis and nowcasts with understanding, clarity and confidence
Script and front video-on-demand packages — from quick hits on the weather of the day to deeper explainers.
Participate in live video or text Q&As, incorporate audience questions into our Coverage and adapt in the moment as conditions change
Partner with video producers/editors and motion graphics to build compelling, data-rich visuals that help audiences understand risk and impact.
Report and write urgent, live updating digital coverage for CNN’s digital platforms in extreme weather situations
Shape secondary story ideas and angles around the weather story of the moment, e.g. expanding drought in the American West; deadly “monsoon on steroids” in South Asia; glacier outburst flooding in Alaska
Work with visual editors to translate complex data into clear graphics, photos and short form video that move the story forward
File clean, crisp copy on the first draft and be comfortable switching between quick updates and high-concept enterprise as news demands

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