Meteorologist

KREXTV in beautiful Grand Junction Colorado has an immediate opening for an onair Meteorologist. This is a fulltime Monday Friday weather position where you will produce content for television digital and social platforms. Apply and include a link to your onair work. You must demonstrate presentation skills which are clear engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

Additional Job Description

Must be wellversed in utilizing social media to post weather content which engages viewers and users. Writes web stories detailing the local forecast daily.
Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
Assists in writing copy editing researching and coordinating weather programming and other content.
Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:
Bachelors degree in Meteorology or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and workrelated experience.
Fluency in English.
Excellent communication skills both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
Proficiency with weather computer systems.
Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
Valid drivers license with a good driving record.
Flexibility to work any shift.

Annual Salary: $33000.00 $35500.00 commensurate with experience

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
Full medical dental and vision benefits as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
Retirement savings plan with company match
Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance hospital indemnity critical illness life insurance AD&D ID protection and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.
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