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One of the best Broadcast Meteorologist jobs in the country is now available. WMBB-TV, the Nexstar station and ABC affiliate for the Panama City, Florida market is looking for a Chief Meteorologist. Why is weather in the Florida Panhandle so crucial? Tourism is the #1 industry along the Worlds Most Beautiful Beaches. Visitors need to know if they can spend the day at the beach without worrying about rip currents, thunderstorms or waterspouts. Farmers in our inland counties need to know when to plant, when to irrigate and when to harvest. Everyone needs accurate weather forecasts. When you consider the weather changes here quite often, the job will be a challenge and anything but boring. Plus you get to live in one fastest growing , most beautiful areas in the entire country. The ideal candidate will have a least 5 years experience as an on-air Meteorologist, severe weather experience is a must, extensive knowledge of Barron's forecasting software, and hand tracker system. We've got a great weather team, wonderful news staff, fun work environment and solid management that's committed to winning. The only thing missing is you. Look forward to hearing from you. To learn more, read the job description.

+ Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms

+ Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality

+ Writes and delivers weather stories in a clear and concise manner

+ Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content

+ Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required

+ Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage

+ Participates in promotional activities including public appearances

+ Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

+ Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis

+ Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites

+ Forecasts weather conditions, produces, and anchors weather reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

Requirements & Skills:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

+ Fluency in English

+ Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required

+ Minimum five years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring (More or less depending on market size)

+ Superior on-air presence

+ Experience guiding, directing and motivating others

+ Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills

+ Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

+ Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

+ Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution

+ Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting

+ Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

+ Flexibility to work any shift

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.