Meteorologist jobs in Evansville, IN

About Gray Television:

Gray Television 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.

About WFIE:

14 News, the Tri-State's News and Weather Leader and NBC affiliate, is the dominant #1 news team on all platforms in Evansville, Indiana (DMA 107). We go where the news is covering stories in southwestern Indiana, southeastern Illinois and western Kentucky on air, online and OTT.

Job Summary/Description:  

14 News, the Tri-State’s News and Weather Leader in Evansville, IN has a rare opening on our Meteorology team. The person in this position is expected to bring a weather delivery that includes accurate forecasting, high energy and a real sense of urgency in their weathercasts.

This position covers weekend weather shifts in addition to filling in on other shifts and shifts with severe weather coverage as needed. This position also serves as reporter with other special projects and duties as assigned. This position works closely with the weather team to create content for the weather blog and social media. Applicant should be knowledgeable in IBM Max platforms.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

- Anchor weekend shows (Sat 6-10, Sun 5-10)
- Update 14news.com at least twice each day
- App updates and social media posts
- Create weather storytelling content and graphics for all platforms
- Assist other Meteorologists during severe coverage
- Fill in for weekday Meteorologists
- Able to work with IBM Max platform
- Storm Tracking with Max Storm
- Provide OTT updates and coverage as needed
- Create revenue-generating content and ideas
- Make school and community appearances on behalf of the station

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field
- 1-2 years reporting experience/live reporting, preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including excellent news writing and visual story-telling ability
- Familiarity with digital video cameras, non-linear editing, and Social Media platforms
- Ability to lift 35-40lbs of gear
- Valid Driver's License

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)

WFIE-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Television 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 Television 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.

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Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.