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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 1 day ago

Meteorologist I

positionWichita, KS
timePart-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
date2+ years exp

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a talented Meteorologist to join their weather department at KSNW TV in Wichita, KS. The role involves forecasting and preparing weather products, anchoring weathercasts, and engaging with the community while utilizing social media to grow the audience.

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Responsibilities

Forecasts and prepares weather products across all platforms, including digital
Anchors weathercasts on KSN and affiliated newscasts
Anchors severe weather coverage and produces special content as required for severe weather
Actively uses social media and other platforms to inform and engage viewers and grow audience
Plays an active and visible role in the community

Qualification

ForecastingDual Pol Doppler RadarBaron systemsSocial media engagementAMS/CBM SealPeople skillsBilingual (Spanish)Communication skillsLeadership skills

Required

BS in Meteorology or equivalent required
Transcripts will be required
Rock-solid forecasting skill and love of meteorology
Outstanding real time Dual Pol Doppler Radar interpretation skills
Dynamic, personable, genuine on-air performance skills
Knowledge and grasp of the fast-changing world of social media and delivering weather content across multiple platforms
Excellent people skills to ensure smooth and productive working relationships both internally and externally
Positive leadership skills to create and maintain cohesive weather team
Fluent in English

Preferred

AMS/CBM and/or NWA Seal preferred or the ability to obtain your seal
Two years of professional broadcast meteorology experience preferred
Knowledge of Baron systems a plus
Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
Familiarity with Baron broadcast meteorology systems a plus

Company

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
dateFounded in 2000
location
Irving, Texas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.nexstar.tv

H1B Sponsorship

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (3)
2022 (3)
2021 (7)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.5M
2017-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $2.5M
2003-12-05IPO

Leadership Team

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Bill Sammon
SVP
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Jerry Walsh
Senior Vice President, Local Content Development
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