Meteorologist

Job Description

Meteorologist, WFTS

WFTS, the E.W. Scripps Company ABC powerhouse station in Tampa, Florida is looking for a Meteorologist to join our morning team. In this role you will work with a team of meteorologists to analyze meteorological data gathered by satellites and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for the public. For the morning show specifically, you will support another meteorologist, as well as traffic reporting.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Prepare and deliver daily Weathercasts and traffic reports
• Prepare and deliver urgent weather updates interrupting regular programming as necessary.
• Prepare and deliver all weathercast materials over a variety of mediums, including, but not limited to: TV, Radio, Internet.
• Assist management in evaluations of potential new weather data gathering and presentation computers.
• Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Report live from event sites or mobile broadcast unit.
• May write and produce quality news and weather stories for multiple media platforms.
• May report, write, capture visual content, edit, and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline, such as Internet and digital channels.
• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Bachelors degree in Meteorology preferred
• Generally 3+ years experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Computer literacy, including weather and newsroom computer systems
• Spanish fluency preferred
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
• Knowledge of editing systems
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
• Proficient at posting content to various websites
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-ro411p-18-119-135-21-42 in your application.