Order#: NY1505462
Meteorologist

Job Overview: The position of Meteorologist is responsible content of station weather casts on-air and on our digital platforms. This position issues warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps and report live during weather events.

Job Responsibilities: Highly motivated and team-oriented meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather team, and anchor weekend newscasts and other newscasts as assigned. Includes being a Multimedia Journalist for 3 days a week and is digital and social media savvy. The candidate will also fill-in weekdays and report during the week. Forecast, produce and present clear and concise weather casts which tell a story and connect with viewers. Effectively utilize social media, during severe weather and everyday situations, as well as write weather stories. Work with producers and fellow meteorologists to determine relevant weather content in breaking news and everyday situations, doing live shots and reporting from community events. Enterprise stories in line with our brand on a daily basis. This position will use cameras, research sources and editing equipment. Maintain professional standards regarding wardrobe, hair, cosmetics and grooming as required by position.

Qualification: The ideal candidate is someone who embraces the challenges of forecasting for the Great Lakes region, including lake effect snow, nor'easters and severe storms. The candidate must have the knowledge and personality to deliver a clear, understandable and in-depth forecast both on air and online. Bachelor's degree in meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work related experience. An AMS seal or the CBM from the American Meteorological Society is preferred but not required. Experience with computer graphics and radar. Excellent weather and news judgment. Ability to think critically, quick and effective decision making and live ad-libbing. Ability to work well under pressure while meeting daily assigned deadlines. Must be flexible to work any assigned shift including nights, weekends, and holidays. Experience, shooting and editing in non-linear format. Ability to get along and communicate with a variety of people in often extreme circumstances. Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving history as determined by the Company. Driving record will be checked and a background. Demo reel or online portfolio required.

Compensation and Benefits: When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations. The hourly rate of pay for this position is $19.75 per hour to $22.00 per hour. This is a full time (40 hour a week position). For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/ourcompany/working-here/"