Meteorologist

Job Description

Meteorologist

Location: Denver, CO (KDVR/WKGN-TV)

Reports to – Chief Meteorologist

KDVR Fox 31 in Denver and KWGN/Colorado's Own Channel 2 has an immediate opening for an experienced Meteorologist to join the Pinpoint Weather Team. This is an extremely rare opportunity in a great city with an excellent quality of life.

We are looking for a Meteorologist who is passionate about weather. The successful candidate must know how to make the forecast presentable and interesting and love to produce weathercasts in different ways. You should be able to produce creative graphics and make your show interesting, urgent, and impactful especially during times of severe or ''inconvenient weather.'' You must also be able to report LIVE in all sorts of weather conditions. Knowledge of ''Weather Alert Day'' branding is a plus. Knowledge of mountain meteorology and Colorado is a big benefit.

Requirements
• Anchoring weathercasts on weekday/weekend newscasts.
• Contribute to and engage on all station social/digital platforms
• Contribute to partner radio stations
• Other duties as assigned
• Live field reporting primarily from our EXCLUSIVE Weather BEAST!
• Reel must include a full weathercast

Qualifications
• College degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science or related field of study preferred.
• Certified Broadcast designation from AMS and/or NWA helpful.
• Ideal candidate will be familiar with WSI Max technology.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Broadcast Meteorologist a must.
• Must be proficient on all social media platforms.
• Must be able to work with a high degree of accuracy and have the ability to solve problems quickly.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, weekends & ON CALL shifts.
• Must be able to work under deadlines and be good at multi-tasking.
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States

Salary
• $76K -- $90K Based on experience.

To Apply: Please visit the Work for Us page at KDVR.com: https://kdvr.com/contact/jobs-at-fox31-denver-kwgn or at the Nexstar Website at:https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar to complete the application process. To be considered for this job you must apply online. No Calls
• • **** EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED****
• KDVR/KWGN is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
• KDVR.KWGN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-re9wx5-18-190-159-10-42 in your application.