Morning Meteorologist Job at Nexstar Broadcasting, Rock Island, IL

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  • Nexstar Broadcasting
  • Rock Island, IL

Job Description

Local 4 News in the Quad Cities is seeking a full-time Morning Meteorologist for our 4-hour morning show that splits between Local 4 CBS and Fox18. We are looking for someone that possesses the skills to deliver a dynamic and engaging weathercast in a very conversational style that matches our measured approach and not “over-the-top” weather brand. You will be forecasting for the Quad Cities, a group of cities in Iowa and Illinois split by the Mississippi River. Our ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter who values being part of a healthy, collaborative, high-performing team.

  • Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.

  • Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.

  • Writes and delivers weather stories in a clear and concise manner.

  • Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content.

  • Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.

  • Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.

  • Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.

  • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

  • Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis.

  • Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites.

Requirements & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

  • The Meteorologist will produce weather/news reports across multiple platforms.

  • Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.

  • Writes and delivers weather / news stories in a clear and concise manner.

  • Superior on-air presence.

  • Assists in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating weather programming and other content.

  • Minimum 1 years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring.

  • Proficiency with MAX weather system.

  • Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.

  • Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis.

  • Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites.

  • Ability to shoot pictures and edit stories from beginning to end.

  • Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

  • Flexibility to work any shift.

Salary Range: $40,000 - $60,000 Depending on experience

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more.

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Shift work, Day shift,

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