Meteorologist I
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Richmond, VA
About The Position
WRIC-TV, the ABC affiliate in Richmond, Virginia, is hiring a Meteorologist and Traffic Reporter. The role produces and presents weather and news reports across platforms, serves as the primary traffic reporter for morning newscasts, and forecasts weather for noon newscasts. The position also provides daily written local forecast and traffic coverage for the website and social media, and responds to breaking news, severe weather, and other urgent newsroom situations. The weather team is supported by Baron VIPIR radar, Baron Lynx, Baron mobile products, and Baron Traffic.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in weather presentation.
- Comfort and ability to give compelling traffic and weather presentations.
- Ability to write a story from beginning to end.
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
- Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
- Flexibility to work any shift.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of ENPS.
- Knowledge of WordPress.
- Proficiency with Baron products, including VIPIR Radar.
Responsibilities
- Produce and present weather and news reports for all platforms.
- Collect, write, and narrate daily traffic coverage and breaking traffic news.
- Serve as the primary traffic reporter for morning newscasts and provide weather forecasts for noon newscasts.
- Ensure weather and news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
- Write and deliver weather and news stories clearly and concisely.
- Assist with writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating weather programming and other content.
- Respond to breaking or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
- Work with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather and traffic coverage.
- Participate in promotional activities, including public appearances.
- Write daily website stories detailing local forecasts and traffic issues.
- Interact with viewers and users on social media.
- Post content to the website and social media.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
