Meteorologist (W/End) - Wdtv

Gray Media • Bridgeport, WV

3d • Onsite

About The Position

WDTV is seeking a dynamic meteorologist to help guide our First Alert team and take us to the next level. The ideal candidate has a knack for communication, a passion for meteorology, and speaks the social media language. The successful candidate must be organized, driven, creative, and an active content creator. We are looking for a top-notch meteorologist who can tell great weather stories, keep people safe, and be ahead of the curve.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Meteorology/Journalism/Communications or equivalent background
• Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts, especially considering the nature of weather events
• Be able to work with the weather department
• Ability to follow directions & work on your own is a must

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize & produce accurate weather forecasts & weather-related content across multiple platforms
• Identify & communicate the "weather story of the day" to a cross-platform audience
• Be ready & available whenever severe or disruptive weather events may occur
• Clearly communicate the weather information to the editorial staff for planning purposes
• Conceptualize and create weather graphics and analyze data from a number of meteorological sources to communicate engaging weather forecasts
• Available to work both in the studio and in the field

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level