Meteorologist/ Reporter

Full-time

Job Description
WWMT/ARC West Michigan is looking for a Meteorologist/Reporter to present the weather forecast for the weekend news and produce impactful weather-related/environmental stories 3 days a week. You'll be responsible for delivering accurate, compelling forecasts while helping our content center own severe weather coverage. We want someone with a strong on-air delivery and digital-first mindset who can produce content on multiple platforms.
Responsibilities of the role will include...
Forecasting, producing and presenting clear and concise weathercasts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events
Deliver calm, confident coverage during severe weather and other high-impact weather events.
Create original weather-related content for digital, social platforms
Write and update forecasts for our multiple platforms.
Pitch weather-related, environmental stories and develop contacts
Ability to shoot, write and edit as needed.
Make public appearances on behalf of the station
Fill-in on weekday newscasts and other shifts as needed.
What skills do you need to be successful in our role?
Have strong forecasting skills and weather judgment
Produce weather segments that provide context and are easy to understand
Must have experience with live severe weather coverage on multiple platforms
Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories; we value visual and compelling storytelling on air and online
Ability to handle active and visual live shots
Bachelor's degree in Meteorology
2 years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel, and please include samples of both your on air and your digital execution.
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

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