Morning Meteorologist/ Weather Forecaster, KERO

KSHB / KMCI / The EW Scripps Company•Bakersfield, CA

1d•$72,400 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

KERO, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC station in Bakersfield, California, is seeking a Morning Meteorologist / Weather Forecaster to analyze complex weather data and deliver forecasts for people in Bakersfield and Kern County. The role covers daily forecasts and severe weather events, using weather technology to communicate changing conditions. The position prepares and delivers weathercasts and urgent weather updates across television, radio, internet, and other media. It may also involve developing story ideas, reporting live from event sites or a mobile broadcast unit, and reporting, writing, capturing visual content, editing, and producing stories for multiple platforms. The role gathers and verifies information through interviews, observation, and research, and works cooperatively with photographers and management as needed. The position is based in Bakersfield, California. The posted annual salary range is $72,400 to $75,000 for candidates performing the work in California.

Requirements

Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance meeting the company's required limits.
Computer literacy, including familiarity with weather and newsroom computer systems.
Knowledge of broadcast-quality camera equipment.
Knowledge of editing systems.
Strong broadcast and AP-style writing skills.
Proficiency posting content to various websites.
Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology preferred.
Generally 3 or more years of experience in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver daily weathercasts using available weather data and graphics computers.
Prepare and deliver urgent weather updates that interrupt regular programming when necessary.
Prepare and deliver weathercast materials across multiple mediums, including television, radio, and internet.
Assist management in evaluating potential new weather data-gathering and presentation computers.
Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas.
Report live from event sites or a mobile broadcast unit.
May write and produce quality news and weather stories for multiple media platforms.
May report, write, capture visual content, edit, and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline, including internet and digital channels.
Work cooperatively with an assigned photographer, if applicable.
Gather and verify factual information through interviews, observation, and research.
Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Benefits

Career path to grow professional experiences.
Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits.
Retirement savings plan with company match.
Disability accident insurance.
Hospital indemnity insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Life insurance.
AD&D insurance.
ID protection.
Pet discount program.
Employee assistance program.