Multiskilled Meteorologist

#We Are Paramount

We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

We are looking for an MSJ/Meteorologist to drive weather storytelling. The ideal candidate must have superior forecasting and severe weather skills, understand how to forecast major events including wildfires, floods, and blizzards in the different microclimates of our market, and produce easy‑to‑understand and informational visuals, maps, and graphics to communicate the weather story conversationally in the communities of our market every day on air, streaming, online, and on social media platforms.

A dynamic personality is a must.

Other duties include producing weather content, working with a team of meteorologists including the Chief Meteorologist, implementing station strategy, writing and preparing forecasts, producing graphics to tell the weather story across multiple platforms, maintaining a strong social media presence, and periodically writing and reporting weather‑related content for newscasts. We want good communicators who are team‑focused.

• On‑air weather casting experience within a TV Station
• A degree in meteorology or related science
• Strong writing skills for broadcast and digital platforms
• Strong social media skills
• Ability to use augmented reality in weather segments is a bonus
• Ability to provide continuous live severe weather coverage across all programs
• Write daily weather blog and post weather content on social media platforms
• Passionate about being a brand ambassador for CBS Sacramento and the communities we serve

• B.S. Degree or equivalent experience in Meteorology or Earth Sciences preferred
• Proficient in weather graphics production
• Knowledge of weather patterns and microclimates across Northern California and the Western U.S.
• Ability to live field report and write packages
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record in order to operate a company vehicle
• At least three years’ experience on‑air in weather casting and weather producing preferred
• Ability to shoot and edit video
• WSI weather system knowledge and ability to employ all functions on multiple platforms preferred

Hiring Salary Range: $80,000..
Salary applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay depends on location, market demands, experience, training, and education. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance, and PTO, or as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here:
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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