Extreme Weather Reporter, The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, AZ
USA TODAY Co., Inc., Phoenix, AZ, United States
Overview
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Extreme Weather Reporter, The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, AZ The Arizona Republic / azcentral is looking for a weather reporter to make us the region’s authority for the topic of weather. We want someone who will live and breathe weather, who can write with urgency when storms approach, who can explain complex topics when we get a heat dome or a haboob, and who can engage with our audience on days when it’s sunny. Arizona is home to America\'s hottest big city, with summertime high temperatures often exceeding 110 degrees. Our readers want to know about the weather across a variety of conditions. Our weather reporter will deliver across all platforms, writing breaking news for azcentral, filming videos for Instagram and TikTok, answering readers’ questions, and helping tell our audiences what to expect later today, tomorrow and into the next week. Weather is a driver of discussions about climate, development, and school planning. The reporter will become the hyperlocal expert for readers.
Responsibilities
Write forecast stories as the weather changes, with stories and in-the-moment videos.
Connect national weather phenomena (polar vortexes, atmospheric rivers) with local conditions.
Help readers understand those phenomena with explainer videos.
Cultivate a personal connection with vertical videos about breaking weather and weather oddities.
Contribute to our breaking news coverage of weather events.
Contribute weekly to our AZ Climate newsletter.
Contribute to our coverage of climate and environment, in stories, social posts, podcasts, the AZ Climate newsletter and on other platforms.
Contribute to network coverage of breaking weather
Requirements
Bachelor\'s or master’s in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least two years of reporting experience in a daily newsroom. Previous weather reporting experience preferred.
Energetic self-starter and a fast thinker who can spot stories that matter.
Ability to multitask and excel in a fast-paced environment under intense deadline pressure.
Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently with a team of journalists.
Strong communication skills, news judgment and headline-writing ability.
Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy and compassion.
Proficiency on social media platforms; including Facebook, Twitter, Threads, Instagram, TikTok and Reddit, and experience engaging readers in this public space.
Experience shooting and editing photos and video on an iPhone.
Strong writing, spelling and grammar skills and knowledge of AP style.
Understanding of media law and principles of ethical conduct.
This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
Application Instructions We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don\'t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. Put together a single document file that includes: your resume (one to two pages), a cover letter outlining how you would approach the job, and links to 3–6 online samples of your work. Assemble these items into a single PDF document for upload.
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of protected characteristics or other classifications. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation should contact Recruit@usatodayco.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.
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Extreme Weather Reporter, The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, AZ The Arizona Republic / azcentral is looking for a weather reporter to make us the region’s authority for the topic of weather. We want someone who will live and breathe weather, who can write with urgency when storms approach, who can explain complex topics when we get a heat dome or a haboob, and who can engage with our audience on days when it’s sunny. Arizona is home to America\'s hottest big city, with summertime high temperatures often exceeding 110 degrees. Our readers want to know about the weather across a variety of conditions. Our weather reporter will deliver across all platforms, writing breaking news for azcentral, filming videos for Instagram and TikTok, answering readers’ questions, and helping tell our audiences what to expect later today, tomorrow and into the next week. Weather is a driver of discussions about climate, development, and school planning. The reporter will become the hyperlocal expert for readers.
Responsibilities
Write forecast stories as the weather changes, with stories and in-the-moment videos.
Connect national weather phenomena (polar vortexes, atmospheric rivers) with local conditions.
Help readers understand those phenomena with explainer videos.
Cultivate a personal connection with vertical videos about breaking weather and weather oddities.
Contribute to our breaking news coverage of weather events.
Contribute weekly to our AZ Climate newsletter.
Contribute to our coverage of climate and environment, in stories, social posts, podcasts, the AZ Climate newsletter and on other platforms.
Contribute to network coverage of breaking weather
Requirements
Bachelor\'s or master’s in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least two years of reporting experience in a daily newsroom. Previous weather reporting experience preferred.
Energetic self-starter and a fast thinker who can spot stories that matter.
Ability to multitask and excel in a fast-paced environment under intense deadline pressure.
Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently with a team of journalists.
Strong communication skills, news judgment and headline-writing ability.
Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy and compassion.
Proficiency on social media platforms; including Facebook, Twitter, Threads, Instagram, TikTok and Reddit, and experience engaging readers in this public space.
Experience shooting and editing photos and video on an iPhone.
Strong writing, spelling and grammar skills and knowledge of AP style.
Understanding of media law and principles of ethical conduct.
This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
Application Instructions We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don\'t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. Put together a single document file that includes: your resume (one to two pages), a cover letter outlining how you would approach the job, and links to 3–6 online samples of your work. Assemble these items into a single PDF document for upload.
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of protected characteristics or other classifications. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation should contact Recruit@usatodayco.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.
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