KWES-TV (NewsWest 9),, an NBC affiliate located in Midland/Odessa, Texas has an opportunity for a cutting-edge multi-skilled Meteorologist/MSJ (multi-skilled journalist) to create and produce weather content for our broadcast, digital and social platforms. NewsWest 9 Meteorologist/MSJ will curate, produce and host live coverage of weather news as it happens, giving users an in-the-moment view of what's going on weatherwise and forecasting. You will also work with the weather team to develop original weather stories with animation and graphics. The ideal candidate is a strong self-starter who’s not afraid to think, write and produce outside the box. We’re looking for a Meteorologist who can be a positive asset to the NewsWest 9 team.
Responsibilities:
- You’ll use your meteorology degree to track important weather systems and work with our Chief Meteorologist on a daily basis.
- You’ll use your skills for shooting, editing and creating original content, live content, breaking weather coverage on digital, social and broadcast platforms.
- Coordinate sending and receiving video with other TEGNA stations.
- Research, create and integrate original and repurposed weather content, including text, images, video and social media.
- Use creative production techniques such as graphics, user-generated content, webcam interviews and other new forms of media to enhance stories and weather reports.
- Participate in news meetings and work with the content team to develop original weather content opportunities.
- Contribute to weather content creation, including selecting and writing stories and clipping videos.
- Bring a consistent sense of urgency, immediacy and real-time strategies to digital and broadcast weather content and projects.
- Perform other tasks as required by the news director & chief meteorologist.
Requirements:
- BA/BS degree in Meteorology with some experience as an MSJ
- At least one year of professional meteorology and content production experience preferred.
- Experience with video editing.
- Demonstrated ability to engage audience with headlines and social media posts.
- Strong understanding of AP style, including ability to rapidly edit and/or rewrite stories.
- Highly motivated individual with creative and aggressive approach to driving digital and broadcast results.
- Ability to work independently and multi-task confidently under tight deadlines.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including night, weekend and holiday shifts.
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 receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician for themselves and each of their family members through Spring Health.
TEGNA’s Paid Time Off (PTO) program begins with 15 days of PTO for full-time employees, and nine paid holidays.
*Union employees should refer to their collective bargaining agreement for details specific to their benefits.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.
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
