Location: WA-Seattle
Job Title: Meteorologist (Part-Time) - KIRO TV
Position Overview
Do you have a passion for weather? Do you believe that weather is more than just a conversation starter? If so, we want you to join our dynamic team of meteorologists at KIRO 7 News in Seattle.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
-Create and present weather forecasts for TV, OTT, and digital platforms
-Uses WSI and related weather equipment/technology to deliver the most accurate forecasts
-Responsible for pitching weather related stories for all platforms.
-Ability to write and produce stories and present them live on TV, and on digital platforms.
-Must be flexible and willing to work a variety of shifts, as this is a part-time position
Minimum Qualifications
-Experience in a variety of anchor/reporting scenarios, including studio, remotes, specials, etc.
-Very strong communication with the ability to ad-lib effortlessly in various types of situations, particularly breaking news
-Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions, and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently in a high pressure, breaking news environment
-Understanding of emerging news production techniques and technology
-Active engagement in social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
-Good collaborative and interpersonal skills to communicate at all levels
-Works well in a team environment
-Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Preferred Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university in Journalism, Communications or Science preferred
-Completion of Certified Broadcast Meteorology (CBM) program through the American Meteorology Society (AMS) is preferred
The wage scale for this position is $35.00 per hour to $55.00 per hour.
Benefits for Full-Time roles include:
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-Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family (i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner).
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-Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts
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-Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment)
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-Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options
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-Full-time hourly employees are eligible to earn up to 176 hours of PTO inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law.
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-Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
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-Up to eight (8) paid holidays & two (2) floating holidays throughout calendar year 2025
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-Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave
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-Employee Assistance Program
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-All other benefits required by applicable law
About Cox Media Group
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit
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