What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Weather/MMJ position at Sinclair Inc.?
KVAL is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist/MMJ to present the weather forecast for the weekend news and report three days per week. As our Weekend Meteorologist/MMJ, you are responsible for the content of the weather on-air and on our digital platforms. You will also be responsible for occasionally filling in on weather during the week.
The main day to day responsibilities of the role will include…
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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 and newsroom leaders to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
- 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.
- 1 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred (college okay)
- Experience as a reporter at a college or commercial station
- The ability to work well independently
- Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.