Meteorologist (Producer)

Meteorologist Producer

Did you grow up dreaming about weather forecasting, wondering about lake-effect snow, hurricanes, tornadoes and the amazing impact of nature on our environment? ABC News is looking for an extremely motivated Meteorologist Producer to join our best in the business weather team.

Our meteorology producers work with our on-air talent and editorial teams to communicate the day's weather, climate and science stories.

Applicants must be enthusiastic multi-taskers who are passionate about weather, climate and science, and being a part of a hard-working team. They must be able to handle pressure under extreme deadlines and be flexible in dealing with breaking news emergencies. The successful candidate is able to clearly and succinctly communicate complex concepts with a wide range of people.

The Meteorology Producer must be willing to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, holidays as part of a 24/7 News team.

Responsibilities:

• Creating a division-wide weather note focusing on nationally important weather stories
• Finding, creating, and organizing all 'weather of the day' video, facts, figures, stats
• Brief Anchor talent, Executive and Senior Producers on national weather editorial
• Produce on-air meteorologists
• Create all WSI/IBM weather graphics for on-air usage and playback
• Assist producers and writers with correspondent's weather pieces, headlines and other content
• Produce Social Media hits and verify weather-related social posts
• Work with News Desk to coordinate correspondent placement for breaking weather coverage
• Source and clear latest and greatest weather video
• Research and pitch weather-related climate stories in conjunction with ABC News climate unit
• Research and pitch weather, climate and science stories for ABC News.com

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 3+ years' experience in Broadcast Meteorology
• Strong Proficiency in WSI/IBM Broadcast Weather Graphics platforms
• Familiarity with National Weather Service Products, Websites and Chat
• Basic knowledge of clipping and editing in Adobe Premiere Pro
• Interest in climate science

The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $100,100 to $134,200 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About ABC News:

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About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call ABC News.

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