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08/15/2017

Meteorologist

WMAR-TV

Company WMAR-TV
Position Meteorologist
Jobdescription WMAR in Baltimore, Maryland is searching for a new Meteorologist. The meteorologist is responsible for preparing and delivering accurate weather reports for the assigned newscasts. Key activities 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, but not limited to: TV, Radio, Internet, Newspaper Assist management in evaluations of potential new weather data gathering and presentation computers Receives assignment or evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story ideas Report live from event sites or mobile broadcast unit. Write and produce quality news stories for multiple media platforms. Report, write, capture visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline, such as Internet and digital channels. Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned. Gathers and verifies factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research Perform other duties as needed and assigned Education & Experience/Certifications Computer literacy required, including weather and newsroom computer systems. Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment. Knowledge of Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar editing equipment. 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. Work environment Valid driver's license, driving record in compliance with station policy, and proof of insurability (liability limits of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident/$50,000 property as defined by station policy). The E.W. Scripps Company (NYSE: SSP) serves audiences and businesses through a growing portfolio of television, radio and digital media brands. Scripps is one of the nation's largest independent TV station owners, with 33 television stations in 24 markets and a reach of nearly one in five U.S. households. It also owns 34 radio stations in eight markets. Scripps also runs an expanding collection of local and national digital journalism and information businesses, including multi-platform satire and humor brand Cracked, podcast industry leader Midroll Media and over-the-top video news service Newsy. Scripps also produces television shows including "The List" and "The Now," runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and serves as the long-time steward of the nation's largest, most successful and longest-running educational program, the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way." As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
Expdate 09/10/2017
Contactperson Darlene Dorman
Phone 410-372-2319
Email dorman@wmar.com

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