Digital Meteorologist, Weekends, CNN Weather

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the team as a meteorologist in the execution of live coverage during hurricanes, tornado outbreaks, severe ice storms, life-threatening floods and more
Report and write urgent, live-updating digital coverage for CNN’s digital platforms in extreme weather situations
Support live streams for CNN Weather on our mobile platform, working with video meteorologists to help our audience understand extreme weather
Pitch and script videos — from quick hits on the weather of the day to deeper explainers
Participate in live Q&As, incorporate audience questions into our coverage and adapt in the moment as conditions change
Partner with video producers/editors and motion graphics to build compelling, data-rich visuals that help audiences understand risk and impact
Shape secondary story ideas and angles around the weather story of the moment, e.g. expanding drought in the American West; deadly “monsoon on steroids” in South Asia; glacier outburst flooding in Alaska
File clean, crisp copy on the first draft and be comfortable switching between quick updates and high-concept enterprise as news demands
Qualifications & Experience

A degree in meteorology
At least 5 years of digital editorial experience
Experience covering fast-moving weather on a public-facing platform
Understanding of latest digital video trends, including how to capture, captivate and hold an audience
A collaborative, team-oriented attitude
Ability to frame stories for national and global audiences
Eagerness to work outside the regular 9 to 5 during major weather events
Proven ability to translate complex science concepts
The ability to write briefly and breezily
Strong pitching and headline instincts
Exceptional communication and organizational skills
EEO: Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

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