Weekend Morning Meteorologist

Job Description

WROC-TV in Rochester, NY is looking for a Weekend Morning Meteorologist with a track record of covering breaking weather, precision forecasting and confidently communicating on all platforms. Rochester is a challenging weather market that will test the forecast muscle of even the most seasoned meteorologists, and we're looking for someone who is up to that challenge. We're one of the snowiest cities in the country during winter and we aggressively track severe thunderstorms during the summer. The ideal candidate will have the forecast chops to handle that wide meteorological range and the dynamic personality to actively engage viewers. We're looking for someone who shines on-air, but also is a leader in the digital space and on social media. This position will feature 5 hours of weekend on-air time, offering the successful candidate plenty of reps in front of the camera.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Serve as primary Meteorologist for weekend morning newscasts.
• Respond to breaking and/or severe weather events as required to produce content for our digital platforms.
• Work closely with the weather team to support and extend comprehensive weather coverage on our digital platforms.
• Interact with our audience on station-branded digital and social media accounts.
• Participate in promotional activities including public appearances as needed.
• Report/MMJ on weather-related stories as assigned during the week when weather is otherwise quiet.

Requirements & Skills:
• Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of accurate forecasting.
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Strong command of social media platforms.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to shoot video and perform non-linear editing a plus.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record required.
• Flexibility to work any shift.
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Pay range: $17.79-20.19/hourly based on level of experience

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-wp4yby-18-117-107-190-42 in your application.