Meteorologist

Description

 Job description

Wyoming News Now is looking for a morning Meteorologist who will be responsible for producing daily weather forecasts Monday - Friday in addition to adding weather content to all of our platforms.  

About the Station:

Wyoming News Now is the dominant news source for the both the Casper and Cheyenne-Scottsbluff markets. Wyoming News now is made up of two stations, KCWY in Casper, and KGWN in Cheyenne, Wyoming. A community along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Cheyenne is home to F.E. Warren Air Force Base, the Capital City and Cheyenne Frontier Days, the world's largest outdoor rodeo. Marquee Broadcasting West Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meteorologist Responsibilities:

- Analyze weather data and prepare detailed forecasts

- Prepare graphics to support weather presentation

- Conversational on-air presentation

- Post content to website and station social media platforms

Requirements

Qualifications:

- Degree in meteorology, broadcast journalism or related field

- Some anchor experience (college experience accepted)

- Flexibility in scheduling

- Knowledge and interest in meteorology

- Knowledge of weather systems (WSI MAX) a plus

Reporter Responsibilities:

- Perform regular duties of a broadcast meteorologist for morning and noon newscasts as well as posting on digital and social platforms

- Knowledge of non-linear video editing programs is a plus  

- Excellent communication skills  

Demo reel required, email to Jeremy.Downing@kgwn.tv

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week