Job Description
CBS Sacramento is looking for a full-time Weekend Evening / Digital Meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather Team! Were seeking a dynamic and passionate meteorologist with strong storytelling skills who can deliver compelling weather coverage across all platforms, including CBS13s "Getting Answers" and First Alert Weather" brands.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Deliver weekend evening weather forecasts on-air and across all digital platforms.
+ Create engaging, informational weather content for CBS News Sacramentos digital platforms, including the 24/7 CBS Stream.
+ Assist the Chief Meteorologist during the week with various responsibilities around forecast updates, graphical support, etc.
+ Provide live weather updates during the week, primarily for the Noon, 4:30 & 5:30 p.m. newscast.
+ Provide in-studio and field coverage during special events and significant weather events, collaborating closely with the team for comprehensive, community-driven, real-time reporting.
+ Maintain a strong presence on social media by producing compelling weather-related content and engaging with viewers.
+ Adapt to a flexible schedule and fill in for other meteorologists as needed.
+ Communicate weather information conversationally and confidently across all platforms, making complex meteorological concepts accessible to all audiences.
**Qualifications & Skills:**
+ Bachelors degree in Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, or a related field.
+ Strong on-camera presence with demonstrated experience in live and pre-recorded formats.
+ Expertise in social media engagement and digital content creation.
+ Ability to efficiently navigate breaking weather situations with composure and clarity.
+ Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
+ Knowledge of WSI MAX and experience with TV weather graphics systems.
+ Knowledge of MAX suite of products such as Max Storm, Prism, Velocity, Engage, Alert Live
+ Field reporting experience
+ AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) or National Weather Association (NWA) Seal preferred.
Why Join CBS Sacramento?
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated and growing weather team in Northern California. If you're passionate about weather, thrive in a team-oriented newsroom, and want to make an impact across multiple platforms, we want to hear from you!
CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nations #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH ODONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in todays digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $90,000.00 - 100,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Sunday, Day shift, Saturday, Afternoon shift,