METEOROLOGIST (W/END) - WFIE
American Meteorological Society, Redding, CA, United States
About Gray Media
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WFIE 14 News, the Tri‑State's News and Weather Leader and NBC affiliate, is the dominant #1 news team on all platforms in Evansville, Indiana (DMA 109). We cover stories in southwestern Indiana, southeastern Illinois, and western Kentucky on air, online, and OTT.
Job Summary 14 News, the Tri‑State's News and Weather Leader in Evansville, IN, has a rare opening on our Meteorology team. The person in this position is expected to bring a weather delivery that includes accurate forecasting, high energy, and a real sense of urgency in their weathercasts.
This position covers weekend weather shifts in addition to filling in on other shifts and severe weather coverage as needed. The role also serves as a reporter with other special projects and duties as assigned, working closely with the weather team to create content for the weather blog and social media. The applicant should be knowledgeable in IBM Max platforms.
Duties / Responsibilities
Anchor weekend shows (Sat 6‑10, Sun 5‑10)
Update 14news.com at least twice each day
App updates and social media posts
Create weather storytelling content and graphics for all platforms
Assist other meteorologists during severe coverage
Fill in for weekday meteorologists
Work with the IBM Max platform
Storm tracking with Max Storm
Provide daily streaming weather updates as assigned
Create revenue‑generating content and ideas
Make school and community appearances on behalf of the station
Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field.
1‑2 years reporting experience/live reporting preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent news writing and visual storytelling ability.
Familiarity with digital video cameras, non‑linear editing, and social media platforms.
Ability to lift 35‑40 lbs of gear.
Valid driver’s license.
EEO Statement Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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About WFIE 14 News, the Tri‑State's News and Weather Leader and NBC affiliate, is the dominant #1 news team on all platforms in Evansville, Indiana (DMA 109). We cover stories in southwestern Indiana, southeastern Illinois, and western Kentucky on air, online, and OTT.
Job Summary 14 News, the Tri‑State's News and Weather Leader in Evansville, IN, has a rare opening on our Meteorology team. The person in this position is expected to bring a weather delivery that includes accurate forecasting, high energy, and a real sense of urgency in their weathercasts.
This position covers weekend weather shifts in addition to filling in on other shifts and severe weather coverage as needed. The role also serves as a reporter with other special projects and duties as assigned, working closely with the weather team to create content for the weather blog and social media. The applicant should be knowledgeable in IBM Max platforms.
Duties / Responsibilities
Anchor weekend shows (Sat 6‑10, Sun 5‑10)
Update 14news.com at least twice each day
App updates and social media posts
Create weather storytelling content and graphics for all platforms
Assist other meteorologists during severe coverage
Fill in for weekday meteorologists
Work with the IBM Max platform
Storm tracking with Max Storm
Provide daily streaming weather updates as assigned
Create revenue‑generating content and ideas
Make school and community appearances on behalf of the station
Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field.
1‑2 years reporting experience/live reporting preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent news writing and visual storytelling ability.
Familiarity with digital video cameras, non‑linear editing, and social media platforms.
Ability to lift 35‑40 lbs of gear.
Valid driver’s license.
EEO Statement Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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