Sinclair Broadcast Group
Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Miamisburg, Ohio, us, 45343
**WKEF has an exciting opportunity for you!**
WKEF is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter to present the weather forecast for the weekend news and report 3 days a week. As our Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms.
**The main day-to-day responsibilities of the role will include...**
+ Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
+ Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events
+ Utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories
+ Make public appearances on behalf of the station
+ Pitching story ideas, developing contacts and reporting 3 days a week
+ Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
**What skills do you need to be successful in our role?**
+ Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories, we value visual and compelling storytelling
+ Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
+ In Depth Knowledge of forecasting
+ Sharp news judgement and exceptional writing skills
+ Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
+ Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
+ 2 years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred
**While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.**
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
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.
WKEF is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter to present the weather forecast for the weekend news and report 3 days a week. As our Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms.
**The main day-to-day responsibilities of the role will include...**
+ Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
+ Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events
+ Utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories
+ Make public appearances on behalf of the station
+ Pitching story ideas, developing contacts and reporting 3 days a week
+ Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
**What skills do you need to be successful in our role?**
+ Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories, we value visual and compelling storytelling
+ Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
+ In Depth Knowledge of forecasting
+ Sharp news judgement and exceptional writing skills
+ Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
+ Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
+ 2 years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred
**While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.**
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
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.