Meteorologist

WDRB Media is looking for a skilled Meteorologist to join an extremely successful weather team. WDRB’s meteorologists use the most advanced equipment including augmented reality presentations to deliver critical information to viewers.

We are a loaded weather department with MAX Reality (AR) and 6 MAX boxes. Qualified candidates will have a high skill level with severe weather coverage including tornado warnings and work well in a team environment.

Person must be an excellent communicator on all digital platforms, which includes social media, blogging, on-air presentation, and school talks.

WDRB Weather prides itself on providing a healthy environment for the candidate to grow and feel appreciated in their journey.

We are a close-knit team that is looking right meteorologist that can grow with us. Ideal candidate is self-motivated and works well in a team environment.

What you will do :

• Prepare and anchor accurate, interesting, and informative weathercasts
• Generate daily forecasts covering changing conditions including severe weather, active weather, and potential atmospheric hazards
• Generate forecasts of future events including trends that could warn people of potential hazards
• Be able to provide severe weather coverage on all platforms including on-air, web, and social media
• Develop and innovate new presentation tools for TV and digital platforms
• Update website daily, write weather blog, and post weather content on social media platforms

What you will bring :

• Must have strong meteorological skills to understand and decipher raw weather data
• Ability to create weather forecasts that will be used on all media platforms
• Strong communication skills for on-air, web, and social media areas with ability to understand presentation for each platform is unique
• 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

Education : Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology / Atmospheric Science required

Experience : Minimum 1 years as a broadcast meteorologist at a commercial television station

Computer Skills :

• Proficiency with complex computer-driven weather production systems such as TWC MAX Weather Systems
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and all social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)

Other Requirements : NWA or AMS Certification preferred

Why WDRB is the best place to work :

• Low-cost family health benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision
• Company paid Health Savings Account
• 100% paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Incredible 6% employer 401K match
• Competitive paid time off
• YMCA membership
• Opportunities for learning and growth
• Collaborative Team with a strong values-based culture
• Learn from industry-leading talent

WDRB Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Last updated : 2024-02-23