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KXXV, 25 News · 4 days ago

Weekend Meteorologist/Climate Reporter , KXXV

Waco Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

KXXV, the Scripps-owned ABC affiliate in Waco, is seeking a dedicated Meteorologist who thrives both in the weather center and out in the field. This role involves reporting live from storm locations and creating compelling weather packages that directly affect viewers' lives. The Meteorologist will prepare and deliver daily weathercasts and urgent weather updates across various media platforms.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver daily weathercasts utilizing all available weather data and graphics computers

Prepare and deliver urgent weather updates interrupting regular programming as necessary

Prepare and deliver all weathercast materials over a variety of mediums, including, but not limited to: TV, Radio, Internet

Assist management in evaluations of potential new weather data gathering and presentation computers

Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas

Report live from event sites or mobile broadcast unit

May write and produce quality news and weather stories for multiple media platforms

May report, write, capture visual content, edit, and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline, such as Internet and digital channels

Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned

Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research

Perform other duties as needed and assigned

Qualification

Meteorology degreeBroadcast writing skillsWeather data systemsCamera equipment knowledgeEditing systems knowledgeComputer literacyFast-paced environmentSelf-motivated