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Meteorologist
The E.W. Scripps Company
Fort Myers, FL, United States
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Description
WFTX -- TV, the Scripps owned Fox affiliate in Sunny SWFL, has an exciting opportunity for a Meteorologist.This position isresponsible for preparing and delivering accurate weather reports for the weekend newscasts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -
• 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, Newspaper
• Assist management in evaluations of potential new weather data gathering and presentation computers
• Receives assignment or evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story ideas
• Report live from event sites or mobile broadcast unit.
• Write and produce quality news stories for multiple media platforms.
• 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.
• Gathers and verifies factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED -Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years experience; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. The following characteristics and skills are a must:
• Computer literacy required, including weather and newsroom computer systems.
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.
• Knowledge of Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar editing equipment.
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills.
• Proficient at posting content to various websites.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Driving required. Valid Drivers license, driving record in compliances with station policy and proof of insurability.
ABOUT US-
Our resources include the market's only virtual set and breaking news tracker vehicle. In addition, the power of Scripps' national network of local news operations and digital businesses provides a reach and an opportunity no other company can match. Scripps leaders are trained and developed to lead for the present and groomed for future opportunities in the company.
The SWFL lifestyle needs no embellishment. You'll enjoy some of the world's finest weather (average of 75 degrees), beaches, water sports, golf, restaurants and entertainment.
The E.W. Scripps Company (NYSE: SSP) serves audiences and businesses through a growing portfolio of television, radio and digital media brands. With 33 television stations, Scripps is one of the nation's largest independent TV station owners. Scripps runs an expanding collection of local and national journalism and content businesses, including Newsy, the next-generation national news network; podcast industry leader Midroll Media; and fast-growing national broadcast networks Bounce, Grit, Escape and Laff. Scripps produces original programming including "Pickler & Ben," runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way."
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.