The newly created Weather Unit at *** News and Stations is seeking an off-camera meteorologist who will contribute to multiple shows and platforms including but not limited to *** Mornings, *** Evening News, and *** News 24/7. This position will work closely with on-air meteorologists to create forecasts and graphical content.
The successful candidate must bring an extensive broadcast meteorology background including proven experience growing in a breaking news environment. In addition, the ideal candidate will be able to assist field teams navigate weather and choose safe and visually appealing reporting locations.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- At least 5 years of experience in broadcast meteorology
- Bachelor's degree in atmospheric science or meteorology
- Proven proficiency in news judgment
- Understanding of standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
- Strong ability to communicate with news managers as part of daily editorial decision-making
- Expert proficiency on broadcast weather visualization systems such as Max Storm
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud and newscast rundown systems such as ENPS
- Very detail oriented and able to work on deadline
- Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team
- Adept at responding to breaking news.
- Ability to work flexible days/hours
OTHER DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Analyze weather observations, models and other available and relevant data to build accurate domestic and occasionally international weather forecasts
- Experience forecasting all types of cyclonic scale weather including severe thunderstorms, winter storms, tropical storms and hurricanes, coastal i *** uences, and fire weather
- Work calmly and collaboratively with show producers
- Accustomed to working with on-air talent
*** News and Stations, brings together the power of *** News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the *** News Streaming Network, *** News Streaming local platforms, local websites and *** news.com, under one umbrella. *** News and Stations is home to the nation's #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the *** News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts *** MORNINGS, *** SATURDAY MORNING, the *** EVENING NEWS **** NORAH O'DONNELL, *** SUNDAY MORNING, *** ****END EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION **** MARGARET BRENNAN. *** News and Stations provides news and information for the *** Television Network, *** News.com, *** News Radio and podcasts, *** +, all digital platforms, and the *** News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news ser *** that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The *** News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from *** News and Stations' top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. *** News' streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as *** N, the *** News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as *** News.com and *** +. The ser *** is available live in 91 countries. *** News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today's digital age. *** News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $110,000.00 - 130,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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