Meteorologist
Main Day to Day Responsibilities
- Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
- Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events
- Utilize social media as well as write weather stories
- Make public appearances on behalf of the station
- Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
- Work with digital team to create engaging content for the website, YouTube and social media
- Produce semi-regular weather packages
Skills Required
- In Depth Knowledge of forecasting
- Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
- Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
- Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Experience as weather anchor/meteorologist at professional news station
- Understanding of journalistic ethics
About KVAL/KMTR: KVAL/KMTR is a local news and weather station that is seeking a Meteorologist to anchor the weather on-air and online.
About Sinclair: Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts.
About The Team: The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed.