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WTAJ has an opening for a full-time Meteorologist to join our award-winning weather team. WTAJ Meteorologists forecast weather conditions as well as produce and anchor weather reports for all platforms, doing so in a clear, engaging, and meaningful manner to news consumers.

We are looking for a talented individual who is as invested in the digital side of forecasting as they are broadcasting. The successful candidate will work closely with our news team and meteorologists. The right person wants to be an active and visible member of the community, excited to report from the field and be live whenever possible. Audiences look to a meteorologist who goes beyond informing of the highs and lows while delivering compelling and creative weather content across multiple platforms.

We're located in beautiful central Pennsylvania with great skiing, hiking, fishing, and many other engaging outdoor activities nearby; plus, major metropolitan areas are merely an easy drive away.

If this wonderful opportunity sounds like it describes what you're looking for and what you're capable of delivering to our community, then we invite you to apply today!

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• Additional Job Description:

• Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms

• Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality

• Writes and delivers weather stories in a clear and concise manner

• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content

• Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required

• Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage

• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances

• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

• Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis

• Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites

• Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

• Fluency in English

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required

• Two years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring preferred

• Superior on-air presence

• Experience with Baron Lynx software is a plus.

• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others

• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills

• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution

• Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting

• Preference to candidates with experience shooting video and non-linear editing. Ability to write story from beginning to end. Knowledge of AP ENPS helpful.

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

• Flexibility to work any shift

  Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

  EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.