Weekend Meteorologist and Reporter

WSET ABC 13 in beautiful Lynchburg, Virginia is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter to present the weather forecast for the weekend news and report 3 days a week. As our Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms.  We get all four seasons here: winter snow, spring rain, summer heat, and beautiful fall foliage along the Blue Ridge Mountains and parkway.

The main day to day responsibilities of the role will include…

• Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during breaking weather events
• Utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories for the wset.com
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station
• Pitching story ideas, developing contacts and reporting 3 days a week (Don't worry.  We won't put you on breaking news.  Our meteorologist turns, environmental, weather-related, feature, and human interest stories)
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
• You will also fill in for the chief meteorologist evenings and morning meteorologist weekdays when they are off

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?

• Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories, we value visual and compelling storytelling
• Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
• In Depth Knowledge of forecasting
• Sharp news judgement and exceptional writing skills
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• At least 2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred
• Must have great energy and a winning personality

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

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.