Weekend Meteorologist

WOWT in Omaha, NE is seeking an experienced Meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather team. The Meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologists, news managers and producers to cover comprehensive weather coverage on multiple platforms, and especially during severe weather. The Meteorologist will be a daily multi-platform content producer, serving audiences on streaming, social media, and TV. WOWT is looking for a candidate who will make a positive contribution in the newsroom and community.

Candidates will analyze weather data and prepare forecasts, prepare graphics to support weather presentations. There will be conversational on-air presentations along with severe weather duties. Flexible schedule for severe weather and winter weather scenarios. The meteorologist will work closely with news managers in designing presentation style and editorial content for weather presentations. Develop and report stories. Preparation of material for delivery of newscasts. Post content to website and station social media platforms.

The successful applicant’s background must include a bachelor’s degree in meteorology.  Prior experience as a broadcast meteorologist, strong on-air communication skills. Must be able to work as part of an on-air team and part of a weather team.  Demonstrated ability to accurately forecast weather. Computer, graphic skills and proficient in social media platforms. Knowledge with WSI Max and their various platforms a plus. Strong communication skills are equally important as the meteorological knowledge to be successful in this position.

Applicant MUST provide a resume internet link