What are the responsibilities and job description for the METEOROLOGIST - WMBF position at Gray Media?
About Gray Media:
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
Job Summary/Description:
WMBF News in beautiful Myrtle Beach, SC has an immediate opening for a Meteorologist. The ideal candidate will have a professional image with a strong knowledge of meteorology and tropical weather. This candidate will take on the First Alert Brand and deliver it with precision in every forecast across all television, social media, and digital platforms. Effectively tell the weather story of the day whether it be sunny or stormy, and understand that weather is the number one driver of local news. The candidate will also play a significant role in breaking weather coverage including producing, organizing, and delivering long-form coverage of tropical storms and hurricanes and providing live reports when necessary.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Weather duties as outlined by the Chief Meteorologist
- Assisting other shifts as needed
- Supporting the on-duty meteorologist
- Creating new and relevant content for all platforms and reports related to the weather story of the day
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Four-year college degree
- At least two years of newsroom experience
- Working knowledge of WSI Max, and Max Engage preferred
- Strong understanding of digital and social platforms
- Must be a team player
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WMBF-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
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.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
Experience
Preferred- 2 year(s): At least two years of newsroom experience
Education
Preferred- Bachelors or better
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Drivers License
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
