Multi-market Meteorologist

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

TEGNA is seeking a fulltime Meteorologist to support the weather forecasting and live news programming in various TEGNA television stations. In this unique role, you will be at the forefront of forecasting and presenting weather to viewers across multiple TEGNA markets, primarily serving stations in TEGNA's Texas and Mid-South regions. Because this role will be supporting various markets, depending on the need, the winning candidate is an expert in all forms of severe weather forecasting and weather patterns unique to these regions. In addition, this role will be involved with creating online content and contributing to programs on our streaming products. Based in in any TEGNA market, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your expertise and work in tandem with weather teams at various TEGNA stations. This position requires flexibility with scheduling including weekends, mornings, evenings and holidays.

Responsibilities:
•  Deliver accurate weather forecasts across multiple platforms, from traditional broadcasts to cutting-edge digital and streaming services
•  Partner with numerous TEGNA stations to present weather and create weather content that grows audience to all TEGNA platforms
•  Fill in on morning, evening and weekend shifts to cover staffing needs throughout the year at TEGNA stations across the country
•  Learn the geography and unique weather patterns at a number of TEGNA television markets around the country
•  Create engaging weather explainers and stories across multiple platforms (on-air, streaming, digital, social) to educate our audience
•  Contribute to the growth of our digital and streaming platforms with innovative content
•  Collaborate with a team of passionate weather professionals to push the boundaries of weather storytelling

Requirements:
•  Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science
•  4+ years of on-air experience as a Broadcast Meteorologist
•  Coverage expertise in various severe weather environments (tornadoes, hurricanes, wildfires, snow/blizzard, freeze, etc).
•  AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist seal, a plus
•  Mastery of weather graphics systems (The Weather Company/WSI) and digital media platforms
•  Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays
•  Ability to travel to cover breaking weather events or contribute to other markets
•  Ability to work independently and multi-task confidently under tight deadlines.
•  Be consistent & proficient at posting content to various websites and social media; computer literacy required, including weather and newsroom computer systems.
* Live field anchoring and reporting skills will set your application apart

Additional notes:
•  Access to cutting-edge weather technology and resources
•  Opportunity to serve and connect with multiple communities
•  Platform to showcase your creativity in weather storytelling
•  Collaborative team environment focused on innovation and excellence

Benefits: 

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. 

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com 

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