Flex Producer

The Weather Producer has editorial and meteorological responsibility and accountability for all weather content included in one of TWCs programs or dayparts. They will ensure that each show covers relevant weather events through compelling stories and that those stories are told in the proper order with visual components that are both accurate and meet (or exceed) TWC standards and style. The weather producer will work closely with on-camera meteorologists to ensure that their weather storytelling is well-organized, well-prepared, and includes language that connects most effectively with our target television audience(s).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conceive of and create new weather and science-based stories for the assigned program or day part

Stay aware of current meteorological pattern and contribute stories to the weather-content editorial process

Drive the inclusion and prioritization of weather stories in the assigned program or day part, creates graphics, and /or commissions the creation and/or acquisition of supporting visual content.

Mine all available resources, including social media, for possible weather story ideas & content

Coordinate with show producers and fellow weather producers to assure continuity in weather storytelling

Prepare content using multiple graphic platforms including TruVu Max, Google Earth, Zero Density, & Gibson Ridge

Produce weather blocks that are well-organized, well prepared and targets a television audience

Maintain proficiency with software changes to TruVu Max and other graphics systems. Ensure that TWC is first-to-air visually and verbally with all breaking weather information

Support coverage of significant weather events, including working extra hours and days outside of normally scheduled shifts

Education, Experience, and Certification Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, design, or a related field

3 years of meteorological experience to include 3 years of television or graphics building experience

1 year experience using TruVu Max weather systems

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Extensive knowledge and understanding of TruVu Max weather systems

Thorough comprehension of numerical models

Strong ability to communicate orally and verbally. Ability to disseminate complex meteorological information in a useable and understandable manner

Possesses exceptional interpersonal and teamwork skills

Knowledge of social media and its role in the information and content gathering process

Ability to manage multiple projects, involving cross-functional teams, in an efficient manner

Exhibits creative problem solving skills and unique resourcefulness in order to complete tasks

Quickly learns and applies new technologies

Customer focused, innovative, and self-motivated

Receives feedback constructively and incorporates that feedback into work products and performance

Good multitasking and trouble-shooting skills

Displays strong collaborative skills and works effectively through conflict

Maintains high standards for product, performance, and ethics

Effectively contributes to team goals within a highly interactive, and at times, stressful environment

Dependable and flexible in a 24x7 operational environment

Experience using augmented reality production pipelines a plus

Experience using Photoshop, AfterEffects, and 3D modeling software is a plus

Allen Media Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these characteristics. We are dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.

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