• Weekend Meteorologist/MMJ

    Sinclair Broadcast Group (New Bloomfield, MO)


    KRCG 13 is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist/MMJ to present the weather forecast for the weekend news and MMJ 3 days a week. Reporting stories will primarily cover weather, climate, and environmental topics.

    The main day-to-day responsibilities of the role will include…

    + Forecasting, producing, and presenting clear and concise weathercasts, which tell a story and connect with viewers

    + Produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events

    + Utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories

    + Make public appearances on behalf of the station

    + Fill in for the other meteorologists on weather when needed. Shoot, edit, and create content for news when needed.

    + Post content for various social media platforms (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, etc.).

    + Write, shoot, and edit content for on-air and online platforms

     

    What skills are required to be successful in this role?

     

    + Ability to tell memorable and meaningful weather stories

    + Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots

    + In-depth knowledge of forecasting

    + Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks

    + Experience with The Weather Company Max graphics software preferred

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

    + Must have a valid driver's license with clean driving record

     

    While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

    EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

    Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

     

    Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.