Meteorologist, KOAA

About the role

Join the team at KOAA, The E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in Colorado Springs as a Meteorologist and become a trusted source of weather information for our community across television, digital, radio, and social platforms. We're looking for an experienced communicator who can deliver accurate, compelling forecasts, provide critical coverage during severe weather events, and create content that helps audiences stay informed and safe. If you're passionate about storytelling, thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, and enjoy connecting with viewers across multiple platforms, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver daily weathercasts utilizing all available weather data and graphics computers.
• Prepare and deliver urgent weather updates interrupting regular programming as necessary.
• Prepare and deliver all weathercast materials over a variety of mediums, including, but not limited to: TV, Radio, Internet.
• Aid management in evaluations of potential new weather data gathering and presentation computers.
• Assist in evaluating news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Report live from event sites or mobile broadcast unit.
• Write and produce quality news and weather stories for multiple media platforms.
• Write, produce, and report stories for multiple platforms on deadline, such as Internet and digital channels.
• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology preferred
• Generally 3+ years experience in related field preferred

Qualifications

• Computer literacy, including weather and newsroom computer systems
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
• Knowledge of editing systems
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
• Proficient at posting content to various websites
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

Benefits

• Annual Salary: $81,000.00 - 106,000
• Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in Colorado.
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retail savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program.

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $81,000.00 - 106,000

Schedule

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Benefits

• Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in Colorado.
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retail savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program.