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Current Openings
NEWS
WEATHER ANCHOR METEOROLOGIST (R50026599)
The Weather Anchor/Meteorologist position at our station requires the preparation and presentation of accurate weather forecasts across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms. This role involves creating engaging weather content, monitoring severe weather conditions, adapting to flexible work schedules, and staying current with the latest meteorological broadcast technology.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver weather information across various channels, applying a fresh, creative approach for digital platforms.
- Produce compelling weather graphics and animations using our weather systems.
- Engage with audiences through social media and digital platforms, responding promptly and professionally.
- Report live or pre-produced weather stories as needed.
- Suggest technological upgrades to improve weather broadcasting.
- Support station promotions and effectively interact with the public.
Key Qualifications:
- Capable of balancing multiple projects with visual creativity under time constraints.
- Strong on-camera delivery, especially during live, unscripted reporting on weather events.
- Exceptional organizational abilities.
- A sharp understanding of meteorology and news production that resonates with viewers.
- Commitment to learning and utilizing our newsroom technology.
- Excellent grasp of the English language and a valid driver's license.
- Bachelor's degree in meteorology or related field is preferred, with prior experience in broadcast weather anchoring.
DIGITAL CONTENT CREATOR (R50027327)
We're hiring a Digital Content Creator to be part of our next-level team at Fox 5 Atlanta. Reporting to the Digital Director, the Digital Content Creator will be laser-focused on telling stories that matter most to digital and social users-- and doing it better than anyone else. Does this sound like you? You're smart, fast on your feet, team-oriented and full of energy. You're an expert in digital and social media platforms. You know a big story when you hear it. You're obsessed with details. Nothing gets past you. You have a zero-tolerance policy for grammatical errors. You could copy edit in your sleep (but you won't— we promise). You love a fast-paced, challenging environment and crave the chance to learn new things. You've got goals, which you strive to meet and exceed (all of them). You thrive in a competitive, fearless culture of creativity and expertise. What you do matters, and you're out to make a difference. Most of all, you want to win. Every. Single. Day. The person we're looking for lives and breathes digital news and information, and is driven by an intense passion for storytelling. If that's you, your dream team awaits.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Create compelling, UX-focused content related to news, events and topics relevant to local users and beyond, including text stories, photos/graphics, live streaming content, breaking news, and social media elements. Engage and build loyalty among communities. Optimize content for search engine optimization (SEO). Serve as liaison to newsroom, ensuring digital and social dominance. Reach and engage users on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat and beyond. Work with Group Content Team and other FTS markets to distribute high-interest stories at scale. Follow group standards. Monitor real-time analytics. Other duties as deemed necessary and assigned.
REQUIREMENTS: 3+ years experience developing and publishing content, including news, on digital and social platforms preferred. BA/BS degree, preferably in Journalism, Communications or related field with emphasis on digital publishing. Excellent writer and storyteller. Superior news judgement. Impeccable writing and copy-editing skills. Overwhelming attention to detail. Thrive under deadline pressure. Stellar communication skills. Social media expert. Proficient in content management systems, search engine optimization (SEO), video publishing, live streaming, and digital analytics tools. Video and photo editing experience (Adobe products a plus).
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