Weather Presenter / MMJ

Job Description
KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, has an opening for a Weather Presenter/MMJ. We are looking for a Weather Presenter/MMJ who knows the science and can tell a relatable weather story. You will be an accurate forecaster, keep our viewers and employees safe, convey appropriate tone, summarize complicated information, and stay calm in all situations. You can develop story ideas, conduct informed interviews, build sources, and deliver compelling packages and live shots. You will be a strong, take‑charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, you are not afraid to head out into the field and ask the tough questions. You will be a versatile, enterprising self‑starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the News Director and the Chief Meteorologist.

Responsibilities

Get our viewers ready with accurate, compelling, and understandable weather forecasts

Provide urgent, immediate weather information before and during severe weather events

Simultaneously provide content on TV, and on our digital platforms

Use all the technology available to us, to tell an intriguing weather story

Be deployed in the field during weather events

Gather information and summarize facts and content for broadcast

Plan, gather and assemble stories on day‑of news or special project assignments

Work without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound

Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content

Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance

Contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day

Work on different stories and projects at once and meet all deadlines under extraordinary pressure

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Requirements

Professional or schooling on‑air experience handling breaking news and severe weather coverage

Professional or college reporting experience

In‑depth knowledge of weather science and forecasting

Dynamic on‑air presence with a conversational weather presentation

Knowledgeable about how to interpret and translate high‑powered radar data

Experience with common television weather systems

Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work

Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered

Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology

Can work in all weather conditions

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production

Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record

NWA and CBM seals are a plus

Related military experience will be considered

In‑person attendance is required

Bilingual a plus

Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet you and your family's needs

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $50,000 and $55,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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