Sinclair

Telecommunications broadcaster operating TV stations.

Weekend Meteorologist

Broadcast JournalismConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSyracuse, NY, USA$20 - $24 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories through visual and compelling storytelling.
Experience with active and visual live shots.
In-depth knowledge of forecasting.
Sharp news judgment and exceptional writing skills.
Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
A link to an online demo reel must be included when applying online.

Responsibilities

Forecast, produce, and present clear and concise weathercasts that tell a story and connect with viewers.
Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events.
Use social media during severe weather and write weather stories.
Make public appearances on behalf of the station.
Pitch story ideas, develop contacts, and forecast for the region five days a week.
Take weather-related stories from concept to completion, working with news managers to secure photographers, edit, and arrange airtime.
Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in weather presentation and reporting is preferred; the posting leaves the number of years as a placeholder.

WSTM/WSTQ/WTVH is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist to present the weather forecast for the weekend and weekday news. As our Weekend Meteorologist you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms.

The main day to day responsibilities of the role will include…

Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story and connect with viewers
Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events
Utilize social media during severe weather, as well as write weather stories
Make public appearances on behalf of the station
Pitching story ideas, developing contacts and forecasting for the region 5-days a week
Taking weather-related stories from concept to completion, working with news managers to secure photographers, edit and airtime
Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?

Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories, we value visual and compelling storytelling
Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
In Depth Knowledge of forecasting
Sharp news judgement and exceptional writing skills
Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
(years of experience) years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

Final compensation range for this role is $20 - $24/hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Company

Sinclair

Telecommunications broadcaster operating TV stations.

Sinclair Broadcast Group operates television stations across the United States with major network affiliations, regional sports networks, and digital platforms. It monetizes through advertising, retransmission consent fees, and other broadcast services, supported by traditional signals and online content. The company uses NextGen Broadcast (ATSC 3.0) to deliver higher-quality video and interactive datacasting, opening new data-driven revenue opportunities. By combining local stations, sports networks, and digital media, Sinclair aims to grow audience engagement and expand monetization across its multi-channel ecosystem.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Cockeysville, MD
Founded: 1986

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