Meteorologist

KESQ-TV is the Desert’s News and Weather leader in Palm Springs, California and we’re looking for a Meteorologist to produce, prepare and write all material necessary for live weather segment for our number one newscasts.

Qualified candidates will:

Create allmaps and graphics for our 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM and 11:00 PM newscasts using our weather graphic system
Produce a weathercast that is interesting, informative and follows station guidelines
Attend and participate in news rundown meetings
Be highly engaged on our digital platforms including KESQ.com, our Weather App, Facebook and Twitter
Present weathercasts or severe weather updates live
Work with the news managers to generate enterprise weather stories
Broadcast from live, on location weather or news events as assigned
Participate in station promotional events/appearances as required
And perform other duties as assigned

Qualified candidates should have at least three years on-camera experience as a Meteorologist or broadcast weathercaster. AMS/NWA Seal of Approval preferred. You must be able to work well under pressure and work well with others.

Please email your resume and reel to Catherine Ferguson, Human Resources Coordinator at catherine.ferguson@kesq.com. Candidate must pass a drug and background screening. When applying for this position, please note your referral source.

Gulf-California Broadcast Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.