Meteorologist - TV

Job Description

METEOROLOGIST (W/DAY) - WMC-TV

About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WMC-TV:

WMC, Action News 5 in Memphis is the NBC affiliate and legacy news station in the highly competitive Memphis, Tennessee Market. Action News 5 is driven by the community. We find solutions to problems that impact people across four states. Through in-depth journalism and local partnerships, we strive to inform, inspire, empower, and support Memphis and the Mid-South. Our team at WMC, Action News 5 is always pushing the technology envelope. Broadcast and digital media innovation are in our DNA. Our team produces 46.5 hours of local programming on broadcast and more than 100 hours on OTT including nearly 60 NCAA Division I men's and women's sporting events for ESPN Plus

Job Summary/Description:

WMC in Memphis, TN seeks an experienced Meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather team. The Meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologist, news managers, and producers to cover comprehensive weather coverage in daily newscasts, as well as during severe weather. WMC is searching for a dynamic, engaging meteorologist to join Memphis' most trusted team.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Analyze raw scientific data, models, and other available and relevant information to create an accurate weather forecast for our viewing area
- Create a compelling, conversational presentation of weather forecast for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media audiences
- Identify and communicate the ''weather story of the day'' to a cross-platform audience
- Accurately forecast and track severe weather
- Clearly communicate the weather information to the editorial staff for planning purposes (short and long-range)
- Conceptualize and create weather graphics and analyze data from a number of meteorological sources in order to communicate engaging weather forecasts
- Available to work both in the studio and in the field

Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least 5 years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist
- Bilingual in Spanish and English (speaking and writing) highly preferred
- Operational radar experience and command of WSI MAX system preferred
- Familiar with the Baron Lynx system preferred
- BS/BA in Meteorology/ Atmospheric Science /Communications / Journalism or equivalent background. Seals of the National Weather Association and/or American Meteorological Society are preferred, but not necessary
- Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts, especially considering the unpredictable nature of weather events
- A clean driving record, the ability to drive in various weather conditions, and a valid driver's license is a requirement of this position

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, 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)

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

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj33kb-18-225-95-87-42 in your application.