Meteorologist/Traffic Anchor

About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. S.

markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. WXIA WATL-TV Atlanta in NBC/MNTV is looking for a dynamic and engaging Meteorologist to join our passionate team.

This position is responsible for preparing and delivering accurate weather reports on-air and online in a conversational manner. The key responsibility is the ability to gather and analyze information and alert our audiences about what’s going to happen with weather in their community. We are looking for a team player who can help with every aspect of meteorology, from forecasting, to preparing graphics, to reporting in the field, you will be an integral part of severe weather coverage, and reaching our consumers not only on TV, but online and on social media.

The ideal candidate embraces new technology and is willing to explore new ways to present the weather story. As a central member of the WX department, the ideal candidate is a team player who participates in brainstorming and planning for future shows, including important weather events and explainers.

Responsibilities

: Provide accurate and compelling weather forecasts in a multi-platform environment Prepare and deliver severe weather updates, interrupting regular programming as necessary. Produce clean, creative and informative graphics to tell the weather story Fill in on other shifts when necessary. Write and report from the field or inside the newsroom Update website and interact with viewers on social media platforms daily Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

: BA/BS degree in Meteorology, Geoscience or Atmospheric Science.

Benefits

: TEGNA offers comprehensive

designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k).

Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one. Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health. TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

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under plans administered by the union. EEO statement : TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture.