Multimedia Meteorologist
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Join the Nations Most Innovative Weather Broadcasting Team!
The University of Floridas College of Journalism and Communicationsranked the No. 1 public university by The Wall Street Journalis seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Multimedia Meteorologist to join our distinguished weather team. This role offers a rare opportunity to contribute to live and produced severe weather coverage across every public television and radio station in Florida and South Carolina covering the nations most extreme severe weather and environmental conditions.
We are looking for a skilled communicator who can connect with a broad multi-market and multi-state audience bringing clarity and urgency to weather reporting that impacts millions on broadcast digital and social media. Youll be joining a truly one-of-a-kind teamrecognized nationally for its reach innovation and commitment to public service.
See yourself on the Meteorology Team!
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and present daily forecast products to be distributed on radio and TV in addition to our digital social and mobile platforms
- Deliver compelling weather content across a diverse media portfolio including commercial outlets WRUF-AM/FM/TV public media WUFT-TV/FM and the statewide Florida Public Radio Emergency Network (FPREN) along with affiliated social media platforms and partner networks.
- Provide content on all our platforms utilizing all the technological tools available. Interpret weather data reports maps and models to create reliable forecasts.
- Mentoring and guiding UF students through our Meteorologists-In-Training Program -Immersive Experiences.
- Proficiency in using Baron graphics (or other technology) is a must.
Why University of Florida
At UF youll enjoy competitive salaries generous benefits tuition assistance and opportunities for career growth. Youll work in a state-of-the-art Storm Center and contribute to a mission-driven team that leads the nation in emergency weather.
The University of Florida ranked as the No. 1 public university by the Wall Street Journal is Floridas land-grant institution. The University is a member of the Association of American Universities and is categorized in the Carnegie Commissions top tier of research universities. UF which has a student body of over 55000 from all 50 states is committed to fostering a welcoming community of students faculty and staff and an environment where all feel welcomed and have the ability to grow and thrive. The University and greater Gainesville communities enjoy a diversity of cultural events restaurants year-round outdoor recreational activities and social opportunities. For more information visit the College of Journalism and Communications (CJC)
CJC consider by its peers as a premier institution is one of the largest programs in the county with more than 2500 undergraduate masters and Ph.D. students on campus and online studying advertising journalism public relations and media production and management. A recognized national leader in the field the College is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications. A hallmark of the College is its real-world immersion venues and its Centers focused on STEM translational communication public interest communications media and technology trust First Amendment and freedom of information. To learn more visit .
About the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network (FPREN)
As a nationally recognized leader in emergency communications the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network FPREN is a collective of 14 public media stations that are locally staffed and equipped to stay on the air even during massive power outages. From our state-of-the art Storm Center at UF we broadcast live weather safety evacuation and emergency information on all public radio/TV stations as well as the Florida Storms app.
About the Division of Media Properties
The College of Journalisms Division of Media Properties includes seven broadcast stations operating in both the commercial and public media industries allowing students from throughout the College to gain experience in a competitive broadcast and multimedia environment. More than 200 students work in news sports production management positions web design promotions and advertising for the radio and television stations each semester. FPREN meteorologists work closely with the professionals and students at the Colleges Division of Media Properties to provide multiplatform local weather content on a daily basis.
About Gainesville Florida
As home to Floridas largest and oldest university Gainesville () is one of the states centers of education medicine cultural events and athletics. Gainesville and the surrounding area are home to about 250000 people a robust arts community several museums a world-class health care system anchored at UF a downtown core known for its restaurants and brew pubs excellent public and private schools and abundant nature exemplified by clear natural springs. Additionally within two hours are attractions such as Disney World University Studios Busch Gardens and historic St. Augustine. Explore Gainesville in 60 Seconds.
$65000 annually
Bachelors degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.
Proficiency in Baron graphics systems or other related weather computer programs.
Understanding the importance of weather information and public safety information given to the public using social media digital and web.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Bachelors degree in journalism/communications with a strong understanding of weather forecasting/meteorology.
Two years of broadcasting experience and science/environmental-related reporting.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to think big outside the box is important.
National Weather Association (NWA) or American Meteorological Society (AMS) Seals.
Please submit a resume cover letter and list of three references for considerations. The search panel may request additional information at a later date.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position please call or the Florida Relay System at (TDD).
For additional questions or more information please contact Tim Miller-University of Florida Chief Meteorologist
University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Employment Type
Full-Time
