Chief Meteorologist (full-time),   WBKO-TV,   Bowling Green KY

Location:  2727 Russellville Road

Job Summary:
After 31-years, WBKO’s Chief Met is retiring. The successful candidate must be a strong communicator on-air, on-line and in-person. He/she must be well versed on the latest weather technology, be an accurate forecaster, able to train other meteorologists, passionate about being involved in community service projects/groups, and of course love weather and early mornings as he/she is also co-host for WBKO’s #1 rated morning and mid-day news programs.
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Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
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WBKO’s Chief Meteorologist must have the ability to work in a multi-platform environment and will contribute daily to our digital platforms, including social media and wbko.com.
• Responsibilities also include working directly with the news team to build out our coverage and make it meaningful and relatable to our viewers.
• Our Chief Meteorologist may have to report in the field.
• Strong leadership and teamwork is a must, our weather team is involved in the newsroom and the community.
• The person we hire must have a positive attitude and be an ambassador for the station by making personal appearances at community events.

Requirements:
• College Degree in Meteorology
• AMS and/or NWA Certified meteorologist is preferred
• Experience with WSI
• 3-5 years of on-air TV Experience
• Excellent driving record is a must

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Please apply online at www.gray.tv/applynow

**WBKO is an equal opportunity employer. All employment offers are contingent upon completion of the application process. This process includes a pre-employment drug test and motor vehicle record check.
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Deadline for receiving applications: Until position filled.