• Meteorologist I

    Nexstar Media Group (Wichita, KS)


    Are you ready to join a weather department in one of the most dynamic weather markets in the country? Are you ready to contribute to your community as well as to the success of the TV station? KSNW TV in Wichita, KS, is looking for a talented Meteorologist who is ready to take on these challenges and more. Top notch forecasting and radar skills must be matched by great communication skills, a learning attitude, and a positive style. Our new Meteorologist will also need to be enthusiastic about competing in the digital age! Knowledge of Baron systems a plus. BS in Meteorology or equivalent required. AMS/CBM and/or NWA Seal preferred. If you are looking for a place to make a difference, and you have the experience, the enthusiasm, and the human touch in your on-air presentation, we want to hear from you.

     

    This is a part-time position that would fill-in as needed on multiple shifts. Work could include on-air weathercasts, forecasting and weather producing behind the scenes, reporting live in field on weather-related stories. Must be available for weekends and early mornings/late evening shifts. There is potential for full-time work, for individuals with strong news reporting abilities, splitting time between general news reporting and meteorology each week.

     

    JOB SUMMARY: Anchors weathercasts and can handle continuous severe weather coverage in the heart of Tornado Alley.

    Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

    + Forecasts and prepares weather products across all platforms, including digital

    + Anchors weathercasts on KSN and affiliated newscasts

    + Anchors severe weather coverage and produces special content as required for severe weather

    + Actively uses social media and other platforms to inform and engage viewers and grow audience

    + Plays an active and visible role in the community

    Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    + Rock-solid forecasting skill and love of meteorology

    + Outstanding real time Dual Pol Doppler Radar interpretation skills

    + Dynamic, personable, genuine on-air performance skills

    + Knowledge and grasp of the fast-changing world of social media and delivering weather content across multiple platforms

    + Excellent people skills to ensure smooth and productive working relationships both internally and externally

    + Positive leadership skills to create and maintain cohesive weather team

    + Fluent in English, Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

     

    Training/Equipment: Familiarity with Baron broadcast meteorology systems a plus. Willingness to learn and gain expertise a must.

     

    Requirements: BS in Meteorology or equivalent required. Transcripts will be required. AMS/CBM and/or NWA Seal preferred or the ability to obtain your seal. Two years of professional broadcast meteorology experience preferred.

     

    Work Environment/Mental/Physical Requirements: This position requires the occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds. Work may be conducted in extreme outdoor weather conditions. Position requires long or non-traditional shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays. High stress environment with deadline pressures. Some travel may be required.

     

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    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.