The Meteorologist forecast weather conditions and produces and anchors weather reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
WHNT/WHDF in Huntsville, AL is looking for a Meteorologist with a track record of strong, severe weather tracking, accurate forecasting, and a driven personality for all branded newscasts and all digital platforms. Once joining The Weather Authority team, you will focus on producing dynamic weather content both on air and online. This position requires strong digital and social media know-how to produce shareable content for our website, app and social media accounts. This is not a behind-the-scenes only position. In addition to regular newscasts, you will appear regularly on our digital platforms and also serve as a primary fill-in meteorologist for both stations.
Essential duties & responsibilities:
- Produce and present weather content for all WHNT/WHDF, streaming, website and social media platforms
- Respond to breaking and severe weather events as required and produce content for our digital platforms
- Work with the entire Weather Authority team to support and extend comprehensive weather coverage on air and online
- Develop interesting and audience-engaging ideas to attract users/viewers
- Engage with our audience on station-branded digital and social media accounts
- Participates in promotional activities on behalf of the stations
Requirements & Skills:
- Severe weather forecasting and tracking experience
- Bachelor’s degree in meteorology
- AMS/CBM/NWA preferred
- At least 2 years of on-air experience in a newsroom setting
- Strong command of all social media platforms
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to shoot video and perform non-linear editing is a plus
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required
- Flexibility to work any shift
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