Job Title: News 14 - Meteorologist (part-time)
Company: Time Warner Cable
Location: Charlotte, NC
Description:
Job details
Posting
Job Title
News 14 - Meteorologist (part-time)
Requisition #
121394BR
Location
United States - North Carolina - Charlotte
Area of
Interest
Creative
Editorial
Internet/Online/New Media
Television/Programming
Network Television Production
Cable Television Production
News
Position
Type
Part Time
Posting Job Description
SUMMARY:
The Meteorologist will research, analyze, prepare and deliver on multiple daily weather segments on television and on News 14 Carolina's website.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares and delivers multiple daily television and web weathercasts demonstrating a detailed knowledge of meteorology and regional geography, as well as on-camera poise, professional appearance and voice quality combining for a presentation that is authoritative, credible, and conversational.
Must be able to ad-lib as needed and handle on-air problems during extensive segments of continuous severe weather coverage. Must be capable of gathering and analyzing detailed meteorological data in order to generate timely, accurate forecasts which meet standards established by the Chief Meteorologists, News Director and VP/GM.
Aggressively covers breaking weather events and stories, such as severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes and snow or ice storms. Thoroughly understands, operates and utilizes computer graphics system to present weather information that is interesting, reliable and easy for the viewer to understand.
Generate and develop weather story ideas.
Makes public appearances at the guidance of the News Director and Marketing department.
Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Strong on-camera communication skills.
Ability to work under time and deadline pressure.
Excellent computer skills and experience with weather graphics systems.
Extensive knowledge of meteorology, geography, weather forecasting and severe storm tracking techniques.
Willingness to work variety of shifts and demonstrate flexibility in scheduling.
Must have valid NC drivers license and a good driving record.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year accredited college or university in meteorology or associated field is required or commensurate experience as an on-camera television weathercaster.
2 Years experience as a television weather anchor or reporter required.
American Meteological Society or National Weather Association television certificate preferred.
Index Monitor
Description:
Make your mark in Broadcasting. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the nation, programming 58 stations located in 36 geographically diverse markets, with 33 of those in the top 47 markets in the United States. Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believes in a vision and is dedicated to making Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc a communications powerhouse. We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!
WCHS ABC 8 / WVAH FOX 11 are seeking a Full-time Meteorologist / Reporter to join the Eyewitness News team.
Requirements:
Degree in Meteorology (or in the process of graduating)
Minimum 2 years of related work experience
Ability to handle severe weather situations
Ability to pay GREAT attention to detail
Meeting deadlines in a high energy environment
Punctuality
Dependability
Flexible schedule
Responsibilities include:
Giving the viewers a clear picture of how (severe) weather will impact them
Writing for television with relentless attention to detail
Producing content for multiple platforms such as internet and mobile
Staying informed of current events
Working with management to enterprise and develop stories
AMS and NWA seals are not required, but are a definite plus!!
Applicants must apply online to be considered. Please apply below or at http://www.wchstv.com/ or http://www.wvah.com/. NO phone calls or email inquiries, please.
In addition, please mail a non-returnable DVD to:
WCHS/WVAH-TV
Attn: HR-Meteorologist
1301 Piedmont Rd
Charleston, WV 25301
**INTERNAL APPLICANTS AT A SINCLAIR STATION SHOULD SEE THEIR LOCAL HR CONTACT TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION. **
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!