Weather Forecaster/Reporter

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Las Vegas, NV

21h

About The Position

KSNV in Las Vegas has an immediate opening for a Weather Forecaster/Reporter. Meteorology credentials are encouraged but not required. The schedule focuses on weekend weather forecasting (Saturday and Sunday) and general assignment reporting on three weekdays. The successful candidate will also fill in for station meteorologists on other shifts. The role works closely with producers and managers to communicate the day's weather story and track upcoming weather events. Social media strength is a major plus.

Requirements

At least two years of experience as a reporter or weather caster in a television news environment, or equivalent.
Proven ability to create compelling, engaging stories across multiple platforms.
Ability to perform under pressure, manage breaking news, and meet strict deadlines.
Ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
Strong commitment to journalistic standards and ethics.
Strong people skills, with an emphasis on coaching and motivating.
Strong understanding of compelling digital content.
Strong writing skills and a track record of achieving results on initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Meteorology credentials are encouraged but not required.
Strong social media skills are a major plus.

Responsibilities

Create daily weathercasts focused on the day's weather story and the next weather maker.
Post social weather content in accordance with the digital plan.
Create daily weather visuals for all platforms.
Develop story ideas that fit the station's bucket structure during reporting days.
Participate in special or extended weather and news coverage.
Communicate weather events and the daily weather story during content meetings.
Fill in for other station meteorologists on other shifts.