E.W. Scripps-posted about 1 year ago
Part-time • Entry Level
Tallahassee, FL
51-100 employees
Publishing Industries

The E.W. Scripps Company is seeking a part-time, temporary Meteorologist for WTXL, the ABC affiliate in Tallahassee, Florida. This role involves filling in for members of the Weather Department, analyzing meteorological data, and preparing reports and forecasts for viewers across various media platforms.

  • 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 TV, Radio, and Internet.
  • Assist management in evaluations of potential new weather data gathering and presentation computers.
  • Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
  • Report live from event sites or mobile broadcast unit.
  • Write and produce quality news and weather stories for multiple media platforms.
  • Gather and verify factual story information through interviews, observation, and research.
  • Perform other duties as needed and assigned.
  • Bachelor's degree in Meteorology preferred.
  • Generally 3+ years experience in related field preferred.
  • Computer literacy is required, including weather and newsroom computer systems.
  • Knowledge of broadcast-quality camera equipment.
  • Knowledge of editing systems.
  • 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.
  • Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company-required insurance limits.
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