What are the responsibilities and job description for the Meteorologist/Reporter position at KGWN?
Wyoming News Now is looking for a weekend Meteorologist and weekday Reporter. The weekend meteorologist will be responsible for producing daily weather forecasts on Saturday and Sunday in addition to adding weather content to all of our platforms. Three days a week this role will shift to reporter duties and turn a story on each assigned day.
About the Station:
Wyoming News Now is the dominant news source for the both the Casper and Cheyenne-Scottsbluff markets. Wyoming News now is made up of two stations, KCWY in Casper, and KGWN in Cheyenne, Wyoming. A community along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Cheyenne is home to F.E. Warren Air Force Base, the Capital City and Cheyenne Frontier Days, the world's largest outdoor rodeo. Marquee Broadcasting West Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Meteorologist Responsibilities:
- Analyze weather data and prepare detailed forecasts
- Prepare graphics to support weather presentation
- Conversational on-air presentation
- Post content to website and station social media platforms
Qualifications:
- Degree in meteorology, broadcast journalism or related field
- Some anchor experience (college experience accepted)
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Knowledge and interest in meteorology
- Knowledge of weather systems (WSI MAX) a plus
Reporter Responsibilities:
- Perform regular duties of an MMJ (Multimedia Journalist) reporter three days a week - from developing story ideas to shooting, editing, and going live, as well as posting on digital and social platforms
- Report live as warranted by the story needs
- Knowledge of non-linear video editing programs is a plus
- Excellent communication skills
Demo reel required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
Cheyenne, WY 82001 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Cheyenne, WY 82001: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Email demo reel and resume to Jeremy.Downing@kgwn.tv
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18