Weekend Meteorologist
FOX44 (WFFF) and ABC22 (WVNY) in Burlington, Vermont are looking to hire a full-time weekend Meteorologist. The Meteorologist will report, shoot, write and edit weather/news reports across multiple platforms.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms.
- Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
- Writes and delivers weather/news stories in a clear and concise manner.
- Assists in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating weather programming and other content.
- Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
- Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
- Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
- Writes web stories detailing the local forecast daily.
- Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites.
- The weekend meteorologist produces weekly stories for climate change-based franchise called "Two Degree Difference."
- Ability to shoot pictures and edit stories from beginning to end.
- The winning candidate will be posting on the web and social media.
Requirements & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
- Entry level to 2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred.
- Must be able to shoot video and perform non-linear editing. Ability to write stories from beginning to end. Knowledge of ENPS is helpful.
- Proficiency with Barron’s Radar is helpful.
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
- Flexibility to work any shift.