Meteorologist - Wmc

About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates highquality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WMC:

WMC Action News 5 in Memphis is the NBC affiliate and legacy news station in the highly competitive Memphis Tennessee Market. Action News 5 is driven by the community. We find solutions to problems that impact people across four states. Through indepth journalism and local partnerships we strive to inform inspire empower and support Memphis and the MidSouth. Our team at WMC Action News 5 is always pushing the technology envelope. Broadcast and digital media innovation are in our DNA. Our team produces 46.5 hours of local programming on broadcast and more than 100 hours on OTT including nearly 60 NCAA Division I mens and womens sporting events for ESPN Plus.

Job Summary/Description:

WMC in Memphis TN seeks an experienced Meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather team. The Meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologist news managers and producers to cover comprehensive weather coverage in daily newscasts as well as during severe weather. WMC is searching for a dynamic engaging meteorologist to join Memphis most trusted team.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Analyze raw scientific data models and other available and relevant information to create an accurate weather forecast for our viewing area
Create a compelling conversational presentation of weather forecast for broadcast streaming digital and social media audiences
Identify and communicate the weather story of the day to a crossplatform audience
Accurately forecast and track severe weather
Clearly communicate the weather information to the editorial staff for planning purposes (short and longrange)
Conceptualize and create weather graphics and analyze data from a number of meteorological sources in order to communicate engaging weather forecasts
Available to work both in the studio and in the field

Qualifications/Requirements:

At least 5 years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist
Bilingual in Spanish and English (speaking and writing) highly preferred.
Operational radar experience and command of WSI MAX system preferred
Familiar with the Baron Lynx system preferred
BS/BA in Meteorology/ Atmospheric Science /Communications / Journalism or equivalent background. Seals of the National Weather Association and/or American Meteorological Society are preferred but not necessary.
Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts especially considering the unpredictable nature of weather events
A clean driving record the ability to drive in various weather conditions and a valid drivers license a requirements of this position.

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Additional Info:

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