Meteorologist

Job Description

Meteorologist - KPTV

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 KPTV:

KPTV is a Fox-affiliated television station licensed to Portland, Oregon. Owned by Atlanta-based Gray Media, it is part of a duopoly with Vancouver, Washington-licensed MyNetworkTV affiliate KPDX.

Job Summary/Description:

FOX 12 Oregon is looking for a meteorologist to join our award-winning First Alert Weather Team. This meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologist, news managers, and producers to provide comprehensive weather coverage for our newscasts, streaming updates, digital and social content, and severe weather coverage. The right fit for this position will be a dynamic, engaging team player who understands the importance of weather and is able to clearly communicate on every platform.

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

Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least 2 years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist preferred
-Operational radar knowledge and excellent command of the TWC MAX 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
- Proficiency in producing written weather content for our digital platforms

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)

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

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dyzb8k-18-118-137-57-42 in your application.