Meteorologist Jobs

Job Title: Meteorologist Company: GE Energy Location: Fort Worth, TX Description: Job details Job Number 1128459 Business NBC Universal Business Segment NBC Universal - NBC Local Media About Us NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We develop, produce and market entertainment, news and information to a global market. NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. Posted Position Title Meteorologist Career Level Experienced Function News Production Function Segment On Air Talent Location United States U.S. State or China Province Texas City Ft Worth Postal Code 76103-1400 Relocation Expenses Partial Expenses Role Summary/Purpose NBC Universal’s Owned and Operated Television station in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, KXAS TV, is looking for a Meteorologist. The Meteorologist will tell the market’s weather stories in a way that connects with and captivates viewers, and conveys the NBC5 / Weather Plus brand. Essential Responsibilities Develop innovative and creative ways of presenting weather stories, with an emphasis on accuracy and integrity of data. Produce weather graphics and analyze data from the National Weather Service as well as other meteorological sources. Work with the weather team and producers to create complete coverage of weather stories. Also prepare and post forecasts for multiple platforms. Some live reporting, and attendance at community and weather-related events will be required. Qualifications/Requirements Minimum of two years experience as a television weather meteorologist. Degree in meteorology. Certificates, seals and correspondence courses are not acceptable substitutes for more formalized training. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS External applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered (Note- job #1128459). Internal applicants must submit EMS via the GE Career Opportunity System (COS). Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation. Must have the ability to work flexible hours, including the possibility of nights and weekends. Must be 18 years or greater. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Additional Eligibility Qualifications GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Desired Characteristics Experience with severe weather coverage. BS degree in meteorology preferred. Compelling on-air presence - crisp, clear, and confidant delivery. Should thrive working under the intense deadline pressure of television weather. Technologically savvy with strong computer skills. Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills. Strong leadership qualities and self-motivation. Understanding of the demands of an on-air HD environment. Index Monitor