Meteorologist (W/End- P/T) - Wpta

Gray Media • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

WPTA, 21Alive, Fort Wayne's News Leader, is looking for a knowledgeable forecaster, compelling storyteller, and team player for a temporary Weekend Meteorologist role. You'll be part of a team that values mentorship and work for a company that has extensive resources to help you grow. The ideal candidate will have a comfortable on-air appearance and be able to break down complex weather situations into easy-to-understand broadcasts and online, as well as provide written stories and multimedia weather content for digital platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, or a related field.
• Ability to write web stories detailing the weather forecast.
• Ability to write for broadcast news and digital platforms.
• Ability to shoot and edit video.
• Understanding of principal journalistic ethics.
• Ability to carry and utilize broadcast camera equipment in the field (25 lbs.)
• Flexible schedule for severe weather coverage.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of WSI MAX is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze weather data and prepare detailed and engaging weather forecasts.
• Familiarity with the WSI weather system and software is a plus.
• Implement the station's "First Alert Weather" strategy.
• Ability to multitask, handle breaking news and breaking weather, and adapt to rapidly changing events.
• Cover other meteorologists' shifts as assigned, as well as flexibility to cover shifts during severe weather or other breaking news events.
• Post daily stories to our digital platforms and social media, while also being actively involved on the station's social media platforms and responsive to viewer inquiries.
• Public appearances as a station representative, maintaining a professional image both on air and off.
• Represent WPTA at community and station-sponsored events, including school presentations.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time