Description

About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WKYT:

WKYT-TV is home to the CBS and CW affiliates in beautiful Lexington, KY. The station sits amongst picturesque horse farms in the Thoroughbred Capital of the World.

The Lexington DMA (#63) provides a competitive news environment, and WKYT has emerged as the news leader, producing over 65 hours of news per week. Our team of award-winning professionals thrives in a fast-paced, yet fun, environment.

Lexington is home to a thriving downtown scene, phenomenal restaurants and breweries, and, of course, Keeneland Race Course, the most beautiful horse track you'll ever visit. For outdoor enthusiasts, Red River Gorge and the Appalachian Mountains are calling your name. And in the summers, Lake Cumberland is just a short drive south to get your boating fix.

Lexington is home to the University of Kentucky, where basketball is a way of life! Once you see a game at historic Rupp Arena, your life will never be the same!

Job Summary/Description:

Join WKYT: Lexington's Premier News Team as a Dynamic Morning Meteorologist!

Are you an engaging meteorologist with a passion for delivering critical weather information? WKYT, Lexington's most trusted news source, is seeking a talented individual to join our First Alert Weather team. This is a rare opportunity to work alongside our chief meteorologist, news managers, and producers, providing comprehensive weather coverage for our weekday morning broadcasts and during severe weather events.

WKYT is proud to produce the most morning news in the vibrant Lexington market, a region that boasts four distinct seasons and breathtaking natural beauty. This role offers a unique chance to connect with our community and be a vital part of their daily lives.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Expert Analysis & Forecasting: Analyze cutting-edge scientific data, models, and all available relevant information to craft accurate and reliable weather forecasts for our diverse viewing area.
• Compelling Communication: Deliver engaging and conversational weather presentations across all platforms, including broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media, ensuring our audience is always informed and prepared.
• Storytelling the Weather: Identify and articulate the "weather story of the day," translating complex meteorological information into clear, concise, and impactful narratives for a cross-platform audience.
• Severe Weather Preparedness: Accurately forecast and meticulously track severe weather events, providing timely and life-saving information to the community.
• Collaborative Planning: Effectively communicate short and long-range weather insights to the editorial staff, facilitating proactive planning and seamless news integration.
• Innovative Graphics & Data Visualization: Conceptualize and create dynamic weather graphics, leveraging data from various meteorological sources to present engaging and easy-to-understand forecasts.
• Versatile Presence: Be available to work both in our state-of-the-art studio and in the field, bringing our viewers the weather story wherever it unfolds.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist.
• Technical Proficiency: Command of the WSI MAX system is preferred.
• Educational Background: A BS/BA in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Communications, Journalism, or an equivalent background is required. Seals from the National Weather Association and/or American Meteorological Society are a plus, but not mandatory.
• Flexibility: Adaptability with scheduling and/or assigned work shifts is essential, particularly given the unpredictable nature of weather events.
• Driving Requirements: A clean driving record, the ability to drive safely in various weather conditions, and a valid driver's license are mandatory for this position.

If you're a passionate meteorologist ready to make an impact in a dynamic news environment, we encourage you to apply and become a part of the WKYT family!

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WKYT-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.