Meteorologist / MMJ
Job Description
WANE, the news and weather leader in Fort Wayne, is currently seeking a full-time on-air and online meteorologist/MMJ to join our weather team. The ideal candidate offers a passion for telling the weather story on all media platforms using the best of radar and High Definition broadcast weather technology. Candidate will be able to produce news content. Must possess reporting, shooting, writing… and editing abilities. Weekend coverage and weekday flexibility to include weather-related reporting and severe weather reporting are required. Must have a degree in meteorology or related sciences. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms. Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. Writes and delivers weather / news stories in a clear and concise manner. Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content. Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations as required. Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage. Participates in promotional activities including six public appearances a year. Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis. Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites. The MMJ part of the job includes reporting three days a week. Ability to shoot pictures and edit stories from beginning to end. Winning candidate will be posting on the web and social media. Requirements & Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. Entry level to 2 years? experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred. This position does work weekends Must be able to shoot video and perform non-linear editing. Ability to write story from beginning to end. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting. Valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Flexibility to work any shift. Physical Demands: The Meteorologist must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, work outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the Meteorologist must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions. ALL applicants must apply on-line at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar. Please upload resume, work samples and references. NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. #Ll-Onsite Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America?s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar?s national television properties include The CW, America?s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America?s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company?s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
