Meteorologist
Hearst•Milwaukee, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
WISN-TV has an opening for a high energy, highly skilled meteorologist. We are looking for a meteorologist who knows the science but can tell a relatable weather story. Our next meteorologist will be an accurate forecaster, keep our viewers and employees safe, convey appropriate tone, summarize complicated information, and stay cool under pressure.
Requirements
- Previous on-air experience required.
- In-depth knowledge of weather science and forecasting
- Proven on-air experience in handling breaking news and severe weather coverage
- Dynamic on-air presence with a conversational weather presentation
- Knowledgeable about how to interpret and translate high powered radar data
- Proficient in using WSI graphics and technology
- Excellent forecasting and on-air skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to tell a compelling weather story
- Ability to use common television weather systems.
- Ability to do live field reporting on weather and other topics.
- Related military training and experience will be considered
Nice To Haves
- Radar experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Get our viewers ready with accurate, compelling, and understandable weather forecasts
- Provide urgent, immediate weather information before and during severe weather events
- Simultaneously provide content on TV, for our radio partners, and on our digital platforms
- Utilize all the technology and tools available to us, to tell an intriguing weather story
- Be deployed in the field during weather events
- Gather information
- Summarize fact and clearly communicate content for broadcast
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ+ Health Services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
