Weekend Meteorologist / MMJ

Job Description

KFOX14 / CBS4 is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist / MMJ to present the weather forecast for the weekend news and report 3 days a week. As our Weekend Meteorologist / MMJ you are responsible for the content of the weathercast on-air and on our digital platforms.

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
• Flexibility to come in to work during off hours if a severe weather situation warrants it
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station
• Pitching story ideas, developing contacts and reporting 3 days a week
• Ability to manage time to shoot, write, edit daily stories along with digital responsibilities
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

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.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq : SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and / or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse : great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.