Meteorologist, WPTV at The E.W. Scripps Company in West Palm Beach, Florida

Job Description:

The E.W. Scripps station WPTV, #1 NBC affiliate, is looking for a Meteorologist to join the First Alert team. Based in the sunny Palm Beaches, this Meteorologist is responsible for analyzing meteorological data gathered by satellites and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for the public.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Interpret and analyze weather data to create local forecasts




• Report information “live” in scheduled newscasts, during unscheduled cut-ins, on-line and on social media as needed




• Develop graphics and presentation of weather information




• Report on a variety of subjects and write stories for broadcasts and sweeps pieces




• Participate in certain aspects of newscast anchoring including some copy delivery and interviewing




• Participate in community outreach projects

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Bachelors degree in Meteorology




• At least 2 years experience

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• In studio




• In field for remote broadcasts, reporting




• In the event of a local hurricane, stay at the station with the rest of the staff to help support the news organization.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is one of the nation’s leading media companies, focused on creating a better-informed world through a portfolio of news, information and entertainment brands. Scripps will become the nation’s largest television broadcaster, reaching 73% of U.S. television households through 108 stations in 76 markets, pending regulatory approval of its acquisition of ION Media. Committed to serving local audiences through objective journalism, Scripps operates 60 local TV stations in 42 markets. It is creating a national TV networks business that will include ION Media’s entertainment programming, Newsy’s straightforward headline and documentary news content and the five popular Katz broadcast networks including Bounce and Court TV. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship for the company.

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