Job description
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV Stations
Fox Television Stations is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.
JOB DESCRIPTION
WTTG/WDCA TV – Meteorologist (Regular Full-Time)
FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus has an opening for a meteorologist and reporter to join our news and weather team. Candidates should have fully developed and polished anchoring, reporting and weather forecasting skills. This position is for a highly creative individual who is passionate about meteorology and news reporting. Must be able to demonstrate your experience with live shots and covering major weather events. Will work with producers to determine weather-related content for use on-air and online.
JOB HIGHLIGHTS
Will use forecasting knowledge and journalistic judgement to produce and present live coverage of feature weather reports and events on the news and on our digital platforms. Must be a compelling storyteller who connects with their viewers. Update daily weather graphics and maps using news systems and equipment. Research and generate story ideas to maximize news content. Daily collaboration with the assignment desk, producers, editors, photographers, technical production team and management. Will make public appearances on behalf of Fox 5 and perform the functions of a GA reporter as needed.
WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE
A bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Journalism, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work related experience.
4+ years of live news experience. Major market experience strongly preferred.
A valid driver’s license and be able to drive.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Strong writing skills.
Friendly and collaborative spirit.
Candidates must be able to work flexible hours. Local/national travel, weekends, holidays and varied hours required. Candidates must submit resume and video/link of recent work.
FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus operates out of state-of-the-art studios and facilities in the heart of downtown Bethesda, MD. We have excellent benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Our studios air the most hours of news each week throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia and surrounding areas with a viewing audience that is unmatched. Fox 5 is surrounded by a restaurant scene offering cuisines from around the world, high-end boutiques, outdoor markets and so much more! The Bethesda Metro station is just steps away. Employees have access to the onsite fitness center and building accommodations. Learn more about our team:
https://bit.ly/fox5rocks
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
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