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Gray Media•Bluefield, WV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About WVVA: Why WVVA? Imagine living in “Nature’s Air-Conditioned City" of Bluefield, WV, nestled amidst the majestic Appalachian Mountains! WVVA isn't just a station; it's your gateway to adventure. We're centrally located to major markets and surrounded by a playground of world-class white-water rafting, thousands of miles of breathtaking ATV and hiking trails, exhilarating skiing, and so much more. We love living here! Job Summary/Description: WVVA (Gray Local Media) in Bluefield, WV, is looking for a weather pro with personality to join our award-winning team as Weekend Meteorologist / Multimedia Journalist. If you’re ready to forecast in a true four-seasons country and get your feet wet in journalism, telling great stories that matter, this is the job for you! Bring the forecast! Bring the Story! We’re searching for a self-motivated, quality-driven meteorologist who loves digging into the “why” behind the weather and can translate it into clear, engaging on-air and digital coverage. You’ll be a confident forecaster, compelling communicator, and a true team player in both weather and news! This position owns the weekend weather desk!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in meteorology or related field preferred
Have a credible presence and be comfortable on air
Solid weather computer system experience preferred
Strong social media skills (engage, respond, build community) a plus
Works well under pressure and tight deadlines
Flexible schedule with a team-first mindset
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driver’s record check

Responsibilities

Anchor weekend weather coverage
Create and deliver fast, accurate, audience-friendly forecasts
Break down complex weather into clear, relatable information
Produce written and multimedia content for all platforms
Three days a week generate original and leadable story ideas covering weather/science stories as well as general assignment news
Occasionally fill-in forecasting during the weekdays

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