News 12 Meteorologist - Freelance
Job Summary
News 12 is looking for a Freelance Meteorologist to present weather information and other content across all platforms in a clear, engaging, and meaningful way for news consumers.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all content meets News 12 Network standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
- Aid in coordinating weather programming on multiple platforms.
- Maintain a deep understanding of the state and region.
- Respond to breaking weather news as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science preferred, Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum of five years of operational forecasting experience.
- Experience with TV weather graphics/animations and weather graphics systems.
- Exceptional weather judgment.
- Excellent news writing ability for all platforms, as well as proficiency in newsgathering equipment.
- Developed anchoring or other specialized skills to enhance newsroom operations.
- Flexibility to work any assigned shift.
- Online demos required.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science is preferred, with a Master's degree being advantageous. At least five years of operational forecasting experience is required, along with experience with TV weather graphics and animations. Exceptional weather judgment, excellent news writing abilities, and developed anchoring skills are also necessary. Applicants must be flexible and able to work any assigned shift, and online demos are required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, without regard to gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Pay and Benefits
The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $57,802.00 - $94,960.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.