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METEOROLOGIST (W / END MORNING) - WPTA

METEOROLOGIST (W / END MORNING) - WPTA

Gray Television, IncFort Wayne, IN , US
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Job Summary / Description :

WPTA, Alive, Fort Wayne's News Leader, is looking for a knowledgeable forecaster, compelling storyteller, and team player for this critical Weekend Meteorologist role. You'll be part of a team that values mentorship and work for a company that has extensive resources to help you grow. The ideal candidate will have a comfortable on-air appearance and be able to break down complex weather situations into easy-to-understand broadcasts and online, as well as provide written stories and multimedia weather content for digital platforms. The Weekend Meteorologist also serves as an MMJ covering weather / science, and general news stories three days per week, unless filling in for another meteorologist.

Duties / Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

  • Analyze weather data and prepare detailed and engaging weather forecasts.
  • Familiarity with the WSI weather system and software is a plus.
  • Implement the station's "First Alert Weather" strategy
  • Ability to multitask, handle breaking news and breaking weather, and adapt to rapidly changing events.
  • Cover other meteorologists' and MMJ shifts as assigned, as well as flexibility to cover shifts during severe weather or other breaking news events.
  • Post daily stories to our digital platforms and social media, while also being actively involved on the station's social media platforms and responsive to viewer inquiries.
  • Public appearances as a station representative, maintaining a professional image both on air and off.
  • Represent WPTA at community and station-sponsored events, including school presentations.
  • As a multi-media journalist, you are responsible for shooting, writing, and editing stories for newscasts and digital platforms.
  • Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, or a related field.
  • Ability to write web stories detailing the weather forecast.
  • Knowledge of WSI MAX is a plus.
  • Ability to write for broadcast news and digital platforms.
  • Ability to shoot and edit video.
  • Understanding of principal journalistic ethics.
  • Ability to carry and utilize broadcast camera equipment in the field ( lbs.).
  • Flexible schedule for severe weather coverage.
  • A clean driving record and a valid driver's license a requirement for this position.

    • If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your resume, cover letter, and references

    Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the  Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal )

    WPTA-TV / Gray Media is a drug-free company

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