METEOROLOGIST (W/END) - WOWT

METEOROLOGIST

(W/END) - WOWT Gray Media - 2.6 Omaha, NE Job Details 4 days ago Qualifications Graphic design Social media platforms Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WOWT:

WOWT First Alert 6 is a modern facility equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Our innovative digital, streaming, and broadcast news and First Alert Weather products provide award-winning, life-saving local coverage and effective marketing solutions for local businesses. Omaha is one of the most progressive cities in the Midwest, with a strong market supported by several national industries. The Omaha area boasts an array of top attractions, from the world-famous Henry Doorly Zoo to the NCAA Men's College World Series. Omaha is popular for its downtown, which is home to a revitalized riverfront and the Historic Old Market.

Job Summary/Description:

WOWT in Omaha, NE, is seeking an experienced Meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather team. The Meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologists, news managers, and producers to cover comprehensive weather coverage on multiple platforms, and especially during severe weather. The Meteorologist will be a daily multi-platform content producer, serving audiences on streaming, social media, and

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is looking for a candidate who will make a positive contribution in the newsroom and community. Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to): Analyze weather data and prepare detailed forecasts Prepare graphics to support the weather presentation Flexible schedule for severe weather & winter weather scenarios Work closely with news management in designing presentation style and editorial content for weather presentations Developing and reporting weather stories Preparation of material for delivery of newscasts Post content to website, apps, and social media platforms

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in meteorology Prior experience as a broadcast meteorologist Strong on-air communication skills Ability to work as part of an on-air team and part of a weather team Knowledge of WSI Max and their various platforms is a plus Ability to be creative with graphic design and presentation Demonstrated ability to accurately forecast weather Proficient in social media platforms 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 ) WOWT-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.