Job Title: Fill-in Meteorologist
Part-time
Job Description:
- KADN News 15, the NBC and FOX affiliate in Lafayette, LA is looking for a Freelance Meteorologist to author and present forecasts for television, digital and social media platforms. This part-time position is primarily utilized for fill-in shifts when full-time staffers take time off. It is also utilized to augment forecast and coverage needs during the threat of severe weather.
- Produce and present clear and accurate forecasts which tell a story and connect with viewers
- Alert viewers to the threat of severe weather
- Work closely with news director and producers to determine relevant, promotable weather content in breaking and everyday situations
- Author text, graphic, picture, and video forecasts and weather stories for broadcast, digital and social media platforms
- Utilize social media to gather and distribute weather information
- Report live during weather events
- Work a flexible schedule including morning, evening, or weekend shifts
- Be a confident and dynamic on-air presenter
- Have a professional on-air presence
- Possess a strong science background
- Able to clearly explain the weather story by utilizing graphics and video in a way that helps our audience prepare for various weather conditions
- Be an excellent communicator and able to work well with a team
- Be proficient with the tools and technology needed to author, produce, and deliver forecasts, severe weather coverage, and weather information
- Bachelor's degree in meteorology, atmospheric science or other relevant science degree is preferred
- Previous on-air experience presenting weather and news information is preferred
Anyone interested should send a resume and samples of their work to jobs@bayoucitybroadcasting.com. Include the words "Fill-in Meteorologist" in the subject line. Equal Opportunity Employer
Date Posted: 8/11/2017