Abilene,TX
Nexstar Media Group,Inc.
DESCRIPTION
Position Summary: The Meteorologist forecasts weather conditions and produces and anchors weather reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. #LI-ONSITE
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.
- Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity & 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 newsrooms situations as required.
- Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
- Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
- Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis.
- Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites.
JOB EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)
- Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
- Superior on-air presence
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
- Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
- 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.
- Fluency in English
ADDITIONAL INFO
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HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar