WEEKEND WEATHER/MMJ - KALB
About The Position
KALB, the dominant #1 station in Alexandria, Louisiana, is seeking a dynamic and driven Weekend Meteorologist or Forecaster to join our Team for both broadcast and digital. This position will include fill-in opportunities for weekday weathercasts, along with MMJ duties with a focus on weather/environmental and some general assignment reporting. Weather forecasting for Saturday, 6 pm and 10 pm news, and Sunday, 10 pm news. When not filling in on weekday weathercasts, you will MMJ three days during the week with a focus mainly on weather, environmental, and scientific news topics. Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above
Requirements
- A degree in journalism, communications, broadcast, or a related field is required.
- Strong writing, speaking, and communication skills.
- Good on-camera presence for both live and pre-recorded shots.
- Must be able to meet daily news deadlines and work well under pressure during breaking news and severe weather events
- Understanding of and adherence to journalism ethics and using AP Style
- Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of ENPS and Edius is a plus
Responsibilities
- Weather forecasting for Saturday, 6 pm and 10 pm news, and Sunday, 10 pm news.
- MMJ three days during the week with a focus mainly on weather, environmental, and scientific news topics.
- Fill-in opportunities for weekday weathercasts
- General assignment reporting
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
