Meteorologist/Traffic Anchor

About the role

WXIA WATL-TV Atlanta is seeking a dynamic and engaging Meteorologist to join their passionate team. The role requires the ability to provide accurate and compelling weather forecasts in a multi-platform environment, prepare and deliver severe weather updates, produce clean and informative graphics, and participate in various aspects of meteorology including severe weather coverage and social media interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and compelling weather forecasts in a multi-platform environment
• Prepare and deliver severe weather updates, interrupting regular programming as necessary
• Produce clean, creative and informative graphics to tell the weather story
• Fill in on other shifts when necessary
• Write and report from the field or inside the newsroom
• Update website and interact with viewers on social media platforms daily
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
• Make public appearances

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Meteorology, Geoscience or Atmospheric Science
• 3-5 years of on-air meteorology experience required
• Proficient in posting content to various websites and social media; computer literacy required, including weather and newsroom computer systems

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and 401(k)
• Free virtual doctor’s appointments and therapy sessions through Teladoc and Spring Health
• PTO and nine paid holidays per year

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD