Morning Meteorologist/ Weather Forecaster, KERO

About the role

KERO, The E.W. Scripps-owned ABC station in Bakersfield, California is seeking a Morning Meteorologist / Weather Forecaster.

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.
• Assist management in evaluations of potential new weather data gathering and presentation computers.
• Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Report live from event sites or mobile broadcast unit.
• May write and produce quality news and weather stories for multiple media platforms.
• May report, write, capture visual content, edit, and produce 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
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required

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

Benefits

• Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in California.
• Annual Salary: $68,000.00 - $72,000
• 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.

Pay

• Annual Salary: $68,000.00 - $72,000

Schedule

• Not specified