Part-Time Meteorologist

Sinclair Broadcast Group • New Bloomfield, MO

36d • Onsite

About The Position

KRCG 13 has an exciting opportunity for a part-time meteorologist. The role involves forecasting, producing, and presenting weather casts, issuing warnings and alerts, creating graphics, reporting live during weather events, and utilizing social media. The meteorologist will also work with producers to determine relevant weather content.

Requirements

• Extensive digital savvy, excellent writing skills
• Thorough knowledge of how to maximize The Weather Company (WSI) to create distinctive graphics presentations
• High energy and engaging personality
• Willingness to come in off duty when severe weather threatens our area
• Team player, someone who understands it's about the team, not one individual
• Proven track record of covering severe weather on-air and on digital
• Proof of strong social media engagement

Nice To Haves

• Previous on-air experience presenting weather and news information is preferred
• Previous experience preferred with The Weather Company (WSI)

Responsibilities

• Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events
• Utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations

Benefits

• great benefits
• open door policy
• upward mobility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed