Chief Meteorologist

Company: The E.W. Scripps Company
Location: Miami
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

We're looking for a candidate to fill this position in an exciting company.

• Work with the News Director to develop a strategic weather plan, covering all of South Florida.
• Responsible for analyzing meteorological data gathered by satellites and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for the public.
• Interpret and analyze weather data to prepare accurate, compelling forecasts for morning news viewers.
• Prepare and deliver daily weather content utilizing all available weather data and graphics computers.
• Assist management in evaluations of potential new weather data gathering and presentation computers.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Prepare and deliver all weather content over multiple platforms.
• Report, write, capture visual content, edit, produce and post stories/content for multiple platforms.
• Use station website, social media accounts, and apps to engage different audiences with original weather content.
• Prepare and deliver urgent weather updates interrupting regular programming as necessary.
• Cover severe and breaking weather situations across all platforms. Be ready to report in the field during or after severe weather events.
• Work to produce weather specials and other programming with newsroom managers.
• Report live from event sites.
• Perform various community service activities for station as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Bachelors degree in Meteorology.
  • Minimum 5 years experience as a broadcast meteorologist, 10+ years preferred.
  • AMS and/or NWA Certified meteorologist preferred.
  • Strong understanding of the science and forecasting of hurricanes and how South Floridians depend on accurate delivery of storm information each season.--
  • Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws.
  • Able to lead the weather team for consecutive days during tropical storms & hurricanes.
  • Thorough knowledge of weather data interpretation and forecasting.
  • Ability to deliver weather information in a concise and understandable way.
  • Ability to create computer generated graphics.
  • Computer literate, including newsroom computer systems.
  • Proficient at posting content to various platforms.
  • Strong organizational, time management and problem solving skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
  • Valid driver's license and good driving record required. In addition, proof of insurance and liability coverage may be required.
  • In the event of a local hurricane, stay at the station with the rest of the staff to help support the news organization.

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