WRIC-TV the ABC affiliate in the capital city of Richmond, VA has an opening for a Weekend Meteorologist. We have dynamic weather during all four seasons in Central Virginia and the technology to cover it. Our weather team is backed by the latest cutting-edge weather tools including Baron VIPIR radar, Baron Lynx, Baron mobile products and Baron Traffic. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. + Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms. + Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. + Writes and delivers weather / news 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 newsroom situations as required. + Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage. + Participates in promotional activities including public appearances. + Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis. + Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites. + Shift includes frontline meteorologists for all of our weekend morning and evening newscasts. + Posting on the web and social media. Requirements & Skills: + Bachelor's degree in meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. + At least 2 years’ experience in weather presentation required + Ability to write story from beginning to end. Knowledge of ENPS helpful and Wordpress is helpful + Proficiency with Baron products including VIPIR Radar is helpful + Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. + Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting. + Valid driver's license with a good driving record. + Flexibility to work any shift. Physical Demands & Work Environment: Must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, work outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions. 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 disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.