Job Description

The Meteorologist is responsible for anchoring, reporting and covering weather related news. This position will report to the Chief Meteorologist.

Responsibilities:
WTMO in Orlando, FL is looking for an experienced, skilled 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 WTMO 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 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

• A minimum of two years’ experience as a TV Meteorologist
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science
• A minimum of two years’ experience using and maintaining software from Barons, WSI, Weather Central or equivalent software.
• Proven experience using forecasting tools including Doppler Radar and Satellite Maps.
• Must be fluent in Spanish (speak, read & write).
• Proven 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 Orlando, FL.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program.

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in the Orlando area.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• 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

• AMS Certified.
• 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.

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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