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Meteorologist / Multi-Skilled Journalist
TEGNA
Minneapolis, MN, United States
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Job Description
KARE 11, a TEGNA owned company located in Minneapolis, is looking to hire an experienced meteorologist/multi-skilled journalist to join our award-winning team.
We are looking for candidates with a passion for weather and an ability to tell a compelling weather story even on bright sunny days! This position will handle every aspect of meteorology, including forecasting, preparing graphics, posting digital forecasts and reporting in the field. Position requires someone that embraces new technology and is willing to explore new ways to present a weather story, including understanding the importance of community involvement by speaking at schools and other community functions.
Our ideal candidate will have extensive forecasting skills as well as strong social and digital experience in reaching audiences on multiple platforms. Candidates should have a video resume reel as well as examples of social media posts that showcase weather posts and personality.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Prepare and present accurate weather forecasts for weekend newscasts
• Interact live with fans and the audience on multiple platforms, especially during severe or inconvenient weather
• Track and warn viewers of severe weather during continuous coverage
• Develop story sources to bring unique and community-based pitches to editorial discussions.
• Write, shoot and edit content for on-air broadcasting, digital posting and social sharing.
• Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner.
• Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
• Develop original content through social listening and independent sources.
• Interview news subjects and research for facts and credibility.
• Operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations.
• Write and post daily on all digital platforms including social media.
• Write for the web and various social media platforms, including attaching images and streaming video.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer
Job Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology. AMS seal preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years on-air experience is required.
• Exceptional online and social media skills. Must actively participate in social media, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. With 47 television stations and two radio stations in 39 markets, TEGNA delivers relevant content and information to consumers across platforms. It is the largest owner of top 4 affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching approximately one-third of all television households nationwide. Each month, TEGNA reaches 50 million adults on-air and approximately 35 million across its digital platforms. TEGNA has been consistently honored with the industry’s top awards, including Edward R. Murrow, George Polk, Alfred I. DuPont and Emmy Awards. TEGNA delivers results for advertisers through unparalleled and innovative solutions including OTT local advertising network Premion, centralized marketing resource Hatch, and G/O Digital, a one-stop shop for local businesses to connect with consumers through digital marketing. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions.
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information.