Weekend Meteorologist ABOUT GRAY TELEVISION: Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. We own and operate leading media outlets in over 50 markets throughout the country – all delivering the news, weather, sports and entertainment that millions of our neighbors count on every day. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
ABOUT STATION: WABI TV5 first signed on in January 1953, becoming Maine's first television station. It has long been the news leader for eastern and central Maine. The station is located at 35 Hildreth Street in Bangor and has a bureau in Waterville, Maine. JOB SUMMARY: WABI TV5, the weather leader in Bangor, is looking to add a dynamic meteorologist to the market's most experienced weather team. The right candidate will have a combination of broadcast, digital, and technological expertise to tell compelling weather stories on all platforms. The ideal candidate will also help in other needed areas during the week including providing content for our digital news desk, assisting with news production and social media, and designing weather graphics. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: -Serve as primary weather anchor for the station's weekend morning and evening newscasts -Fill in during other shifts when needed (including holidays) -Live weather reporting both on air and on our digital news desk -General news/digital production duties on weekdays -Building weather graphics for all platforms QUALIFICATIONS: -Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field -Knowledge of weather systems (WSI MAX) and newsroom software (ENPS) would be helpful ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Starting pay range of $40,000–$46,000 annually, depending on experience. Please apply online at www.gray.tv/applynow Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of [Company Name]’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. https://recruiting.ultipro.com/GRA1017GRYT/JobBoard/ae441110-89bd-444d-8ad2-b76c7b9db7a9/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=a969b597-4fde-4d01-8351-ad3d01347789
