Nexstar Media Group

Meteorologist

$48–65k ~AI est. Abilene, Texas, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for Entry candidates.

The Brief

“Meteorologist at Nexstar Media Group. Skills: Weather reporting, Forecasting, Content production. Report weather/news. Shoot weather/news”

Industry & Context.

Eligibility Requirements

Flexibility to work any shift

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, Meet deadlines, Prioritize assignments, Handle multiple tasks, Understanding of Meteorology, Proven track record of forecasting, Valid driver's license, Good driving record, Flexibility to work any shift, Shoot video, Perform non-linear editing, Write story from beginning to end

Nice to Have

2 years experience in weather presentation, 2 years experience in reporting, Knowledge of ENPS

What You'll Do.

Produce weather/news reports

Present weather/news reports

Ensure content meets standards

Write concise stories

Assist in writing content

Assist in copy editing

Assist in researching content

Assist in coordinating content

Respond to severe weather events

Respond to urgent newsroom situations

Develop weather coverage

Participate in promotional activities

Make public appearances

Detail local forecast

Interact with viewers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Works closely with weather team

Communication Scope

Public speaking

Full Job Description

The _Meteorologist_ will report, shoot, write and edit weather/news reports across multiple platforms. #LI-ONSITE * Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms. * Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. * Writes and delivers weather / news 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 the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage. * Participates in promotional activities including public appearances. * Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis. * Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites. * Ability to shoot pictures and edit stories from beginning to end. * Winning candidate will be posting on the web and social media. **Requirements & Skills:** * Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. * Entry level to 2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred. * Must be able to shoot video and perform non-linear editing. Ability to write story from beginning to end. Knowledge of ENPS helpful. * Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. * Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting. * Valid driver's license with a good driving record. * Flexibility to work any shift. **_SCAM ALERT:_** Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming t

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