Bilingual Meteorologist - NBC/Telemundo San Diego

Company Description

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Job Description

NBC Universal’s Owned Television station in the San Diego area, KNSD/KUAN-TV, is looking for a Bilingual Meteorologist.

• Implement NBC 7/T20’s philosophy of being the most accurate and trusted source for disruptive weather on all platforms
• Tell the market’s weather stories in a way that connects with and captivates viewers on all platforms
• Develop innovative and creative ways of presenting the daily weather story
• Work with the weather team and producers to create complete coverage of weather stories
• Breaking Weather Cut-ins
• Use of social media daily and especially during severe events
• Prepare and post forecasts for multiple platforms
• Be available at any time dangerous weather conditions occur
• Keep producers and managers informed of upcoming weather conditions for coverage plans
• Some live reporting and attendance at community and weather-related events will be required
• Make public appearances on behalf of station as an ambassador for the company
• Salary $90-$125k

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
• Minimum of three years experience as a television meteorologist
• Experience with severe weather coverage
• Degree in meteorology. Certificates, seals and correspondence courses are not acceptable substitutes for more formalized training
• Bilingual

Eligibility Requirements

• External applicants must submit a resume through nbcunicareers.com to be considered (Note- job #)
• Must have the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
• Must be 18 years or greater
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
•  Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal’s Alternative Dispute Resolution program

Desired Qualifications

• Compelling on-air presence - crisp, clear, and confident delivery
• Should thrive working under the deadline pressure of television weather
• Technologically savvy with strong computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills
• Strong leadership qualities and self-motivation
•  Understanding of the demands of an on-air HD environment

Additional Information

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