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Weekend Meteorologist

WIBW

Topeka, KS 02-15-2025
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
Job Description
Weekend Meteorologist - WIBW

About WIBW:

WIBW has been the News Leader in Northeast Kansas for 70+ years and has a long tradition of excellence. A CBS affiliate, WIBW is located in Topeka, the capital city of Kansas. Along with consistently high news ratings, we have the #1 website in the market and deliver strong results to our advertisers. Our market is often driven by weather, dating back to the devastating tornado that struck Topeka in 1966. In addition, we are situated between two Big 12 universities and a short drive from Kansas City. WIBW-TV was the first television station in NE Kansas and continues to produce quality content for our viewers and great results for our clients.

Job Summary/Description:

From tornadoes and blizzards to floods and droughts, this is your chance to work in one of the most dynamic weather markets in the country!
WIBW-TV has an opening for a meteorologist. This person will anchor weather segments in our weekend morning and evening shows. They'll also take part in extended coverage of breaking weather events, contribute to our growing digital programming, and provide news reports. Be part of the award-winning team at the number one station in the capital of Kansas, covering a 17-county designated market area where weather is always top of mind.

Please note - the primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above
*Anchor weather segments in weekend morning and evening newscasts
*Provide reporting and digital content on other work days
*Work with weather team to create compelling graphics and presentation
*Take part in extended coverage during major weather events
*Make public appearances, presentations as requested

Qualifications/Requirements:
*College degree and/or prior experience in meteorology preferred
*Excellent writing and speaking skills
*On-camera experience and ad libbing ability
*Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
*Valid drivers license

Interested applicants may 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)

WIBW-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company.

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjbne0-3-14-148-232-42 in your application.

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Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.