What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Meteorologist position at Sinclair Broadcast Group?
KOKH Fox 25 is looking for an Oklahoma City based Weekend Meteorologist to present the weather forecast for the weekend evening news in both Oklahoma City and Tulsa, Oklahoma.
As our Weekend Meteorologist you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms. You will also be required to some reporting and fill in on other shows as needed throughout the week,
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 in both markets
- Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events. Assist in severe weather coverage as needed.
- 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
What skills do you need to be successful in our role?
- 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.
- 2 years experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred
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 Sinclair
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
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