WTVC Chattanooga is looking for a dynamic morning meteorologist to help win on linear and digital platforms.
In this role, you will work with the News Director and producers to determine the format of various weather graphics, segments and the best way to present our community the weather information they need to plan their days and be safe in the event of severe weather. We are looking for a meteorologist who is excited by the challenge of forecasting the always unpredictable weather. The main day-to-day responsibilities of the role will include: Forecasting, producing, and presenting clear and concise weather casts, tell a story that connects with viewers, issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, report live during weather events, utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories. Part of the job also includes making public appearances on behalf of the station, pitching story ideas, developing contacts, working with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
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Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience is required
- Minimum two years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred
- Team first attitude
- Smooth/pleasant delivery
- Strong weather forecasting skills
- Willingness to execute content strategy for lifestyle weather forecasting
- Exemplary communication skills
- You must have at least 2 years of on-air experience
- Live commercial television experience is a must
- Strong \"in-the-field and live\" skills
- Exceptional written communications skills using a conversational writing style
- Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
About Us
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 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
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. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.