KBAK/KBFX is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter to present the weather forecast for the weekend news and report 3 days a week. As our Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms.The main day-to-day responsibilities of the role will include…
Forecasting, producing, and presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
Issue warnings and alerts, 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
Pitching story ideas, developing contacts, and reporting 3 days a week
Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
What skills do you need to be successful in this role?
Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories, we value visual and compelling storytelling
Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
In-depth knowledge of forecasting
Sharp news judgment and exceptional writing skills
Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
Some experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel. Applications without a link to an online demo reel will not be considered.Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace!The hourly compensation range for this role is $15.50 to $17.00. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full-time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses, life and disability insurance, health, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.Make your mark in Media with Sinclair, Inc., a diversified media company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! Sinclair has consistently led the broadcast industry since inception. Sinclair owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD and The Nest; and owns and provides services to 21 regional sports network brands. 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. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of Media and want YOU to join our winning team!