Meteorologist

Job Description

METEOROLOGIST (W/END) - WHNS

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 WHNS:

Fox Carolina is located in Greenville, South Carolina, consistently named one of the best small cities in the US. Our DMA (#36) includes Asheville, NC and offers a competitive news environment. Fox Carolina is emerging as the news leader, producing 13 hours of news each weekday. Our team of award-winning professionals thrive in a fast-paced, yet fun, environment.

Greenville has an amazing downtown scene, revolving around the Reedy River, five star restaurants and breweries, and miles and miles of walking trails. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Upstate and Western North Carolina offer lakes, mountains, and historical landmarks all within a short drive. Greenville continues to be named a top small city, a top foodie city, and one of the best places for young professionals in the country.

Job Summary/Description:

Fox Carolina's First Alert weather team is a constant in the lives of our viewers, giving them local weather they can't find anywhere else. Our viewers embrace our talent because we show them we care. Fox Carolina is looking to continue that tradition as it hires a new meteorologist.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
* Produce high-quality, personal, and accurate forecasts
* Create state-of-the-art graphics that effectively tell the weather story of the day and what's to come
* Learn or improve skills with augmented reality
* Be active on social media and provide strong web coverage
* Strengthen the station's First Alert Weather brand
* Passion for severe weather
* Must be willing to work alternate hours when needed for severe weather coverage
* Ability to do live shots and deliver weather coverage that informs and keeps viewers engaged
* Must be involved in community and signature station events
* Be a team player

Qualifications/Requirements:
* The candidate must have a strong knowledge of meteorology with an emphasis on accuracy and personalized forecasts with at least two years of on-air experience
* The candidate will see plenty of opportunities to grow with regular feedback and on-site training with our team of meteorologists with combined decades of experience
* Our area experiences a variety of severe weather, including heavy rain, high heat, thunderstorms and high winds
* Our news team is committed to making a difference through investigative journalism and weather coverage that not only helps our viewers plan their day but keeps their families safe
* The candidate must be a leader who brings energy, confidence, and personality to our newscasts and newsroom
* We're looking for a passionate person who's willing to learn about our community and get involved

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)

WHNS-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-gxmez1-3-135-209-149-42 in your application.