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We are seeking a digitally focused Morning Meteorologist who will lead weather coverage in the morning and play a significant on-air role in our ARC (Authentic, Relevant, Community) program on KUNP, our independent channel. This position blends forecasting, storytelling, and anchoring within a community-focused morning environment. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can connect weather to real-life impact, contribute meaningfully to ARC programming, and engage audiences across broadcast and digital platforms.
The ideal candidate will:
- Deliver accurate, engaging weather forecasts during morning newscasts.
- Serve as a regular on-air anchor and contributor for ARC on KUNP, supporting a conversational, community-driven morning show.
- Provide occasional anchoring or on-air support on KATU morning newscasts as needed.
- Develop and present weather-impact and community-focused stories that align with ARC’s mission.
- Lead digital-first weather coverage, including frequent updates for web, app, and social platforms.
- Produce enterprise weather content that explains trends, impacts, and developing conditions beyond the daily forecast.
- Create short-form videos, graphics, and written content optimized for mobile and social audiences.
- Provide calm, authoritative coverage during breaking and severe weather, including live cut-ins.
- Collaborate closely with producers, reporters, and digital teams across KATU and KUNP.
- Represent the station professionally on-air, online, and at community events.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years on-air experience, 3 as a meteorologist is preferred.
- Strong forecasting skills with a clear, relatable on-air presentation.
- Experience or strong interest in anchoring and conversational hosting, particularly in a community-focused format.
- Demonstrated passion for digital storytelling and audience engagement.
- Ability to communicate weather in an authentic, relevant, and community-centered way.
- Comfortable working early morning hours and in fast-paced, breaking news situations.
- Commitment to Sinclair’s core values and weather philosophy.
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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.
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About Us
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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 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; 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 www.sbgi.net.
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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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