Weekend Weather/Mmj - Kalb

Gray Media • Alexandria, LA

1d • Onsite

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 duties with a focus on weather/environmental and some general assignment reporting.
• Fill-in opportunities for weekday weathercasts.
• MMJ three days during the week with a focus mainly on weather, environmental, and scientific news topics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees