Job Description

The News associate program is a fast-track 18–24 month opportunity to learn the skills required to be a successful Meteorologist. The Meteorologist Associate will be trained to become a Weather Anchor, which will be reporting and covering weather related news. This position will support the weather team and assists in the creation of weather graphics and augmented reality (AR) story telling concept.

We are looking for a Meteorologist to anchor and produce weather segments across all content platforms, including on-air and the station’s website.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Gather and prepare weather information for on-air presentation in the local & regional newscasts and special reports outside of regularly scheduled newscasts.
• Provide creative ideas to showcase the weather segment in an informative and compelling manner.
• Employ strategy and engagement in social media and streaming including sending severe weather alerts/warnings.
• Provide input to newscast producers relating to the weather segments.
• Will need to be available to report for all severe weather situations.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, Related Science, Communication Studies or equivalent experience
• Ability to ad-lib effortlessly while under pressure during weather breaking news and during newscasts
• Able to work a Flexible Schedule and Shifts including mornings and weekends or as needed for severe weather coverage
• Must be willing to work at the station in Miami, FL

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be fluent in Spanish (speak, read & write)
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume (if applicable)

Desired Characteristics

• Passionate about weather and committed to the team effort
• Excellent people skills to work well within a team
• Ability to multi-task in a dynamic, content driven, technology intensive environment

Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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