Weather Associate

<section class="job-section" id="st-companyDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Company Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg"><p>NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.</p><p>Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-jobDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Job Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="responsibilities"><p>The News Associate Program is a 24-month high intensity program designed to develop entry-level media professionals. Participants in the program will work in a fast-paced newsroom within one of NBCUniversal’s Local Stations. The program will include a significant investment in training and coaching from some of the industry’s best. The right candidate will learn the skills necessary to develop into a successful reporter, producer or journalist, while experiencing the ultimate thrill of a newsroom.</p><p>We are looking for a Meteorologist to anchor and produce weather segments across all content platforms, including on-air and the station’s website. </p><p><strong> Essential Functions/Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Gather and prepare weather information for on-air presentations in the local & regional newscasts and special reports outside of regularly scheduled newscasts.</li><li>Provide creative ideas to showcase the weather segment in an informative and compelling manner.</li><li>Employ strategy and engagement in social media and streaming including sending severe weather alerts/warnings.</li><li>Provide input to newscast producers relating to the weather segments.</li><li>Will need to be available to report for all severe weather situations.</li></ul></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-qualifications"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Qualifications</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="qualifications"><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, Related Science, Communication Studies or equivalent experience</li><li>Ability to ad-lib effortlessly while under pressure during weather breaking news and during newscasts</li><li>Able to work a Flexible Schedule and Shifts including mornings and weekends or as needed for severe weather coverage</li></ul><p><strong>Eligibility Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered </li><li>Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States</li><li>Must have a valid driver’s license </li><li>Must be fluent in Spanish (speak, read & write) </li><li>Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume (if applicable)</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Characteristics</strong></p><ul><li>Passionate about weather and committed to the team effort</li><li>Excellent people skills to work well within a team</li><li>Ability to multi-task in a dynamic, content driven, technology intensive environment</li></ul><p><strong>Fully Remote:</strong> This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.</p><p>This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $55,000 - $65,000</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-additionalInformation"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Additional Information</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="incentives"><p>As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. </p><p>If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection" class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="4e0f2d2d2b3d3d272c2722273a371d3b3e3e213c3a0e202c2d3b2027602d2123">[email protected]</a>.</p><p>For LA County and City Residents Only:  NBCUniversal will consider for employment  qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner  consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.</p></div></section><li class="job-detail">Business Segment: NBCUniversal Local</li><li class="job-detail"> Compensation: USD<span class="job-detail salary-value" data-value="55000">55000</span> - USD<span class="job-detail salary-value" data-value="65000">65000</span> - yearly</li>