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Grand Rapids, MI, United States
Posted on
Mar 01, 2022
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West Michigans legacy station, WOOD TV8, has a rare opportunity for a Meteorologist
to join Storm Team 8! Were looking for someone who is passionate about weather and would embrace the challenge of forecasting in an active weather market along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The Meteorologist will forecast weather conditions and produce and anchor weather reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.
Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms
Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes and delivers weather stories in a clear and concise manner
Assists in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating weather programming and other content
Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations as required
Works closely with weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage
Participates in promotional activities including public appearances
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis
Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites
Requirements & Skills
Bachelors degree in Meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
AMS Seal of approval
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
Minimum two years experience in weather reporting or anchoring
Superior on-air presence
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting
Valid drivers license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift with weekend work required.
Physical Demands & Work Environment.
The meteorologist must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, work outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the meteorologist must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content, including 283,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns Americas largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstars television assets also include NewsNation, Americas fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 75 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Companys portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property with over 120 million monthly unique users as of December 31, 2021. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit ****EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
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2022-03-01
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