Video Meteorologist

Produce weather video content tailored to specific audience interest

Use meteorological knowledge to analyze weather models and trends to help identify and set the daily direction of key weather stories 

Work with the editorial team to prioritize weather video content based on audience and analytics

Provide written information as required to support weather stories/video

Present weather information for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to users

Collaborate with the meteorology team to ensure weather video content needs are met 24/7

Train other users of the Baron Lynx software to ensure maximum productivity of content creation 

Cover breaking weather events

Livestreaming on all platforms during active weather events/Storm Centre

Actively engage in all social media platforms consistently helping to grow reach

Prolonged hours during active weather may be required 

May be required to work on special projects including feature production and promotional content

Required to work in the Oakville office for each scheduled shift

Degree in Atmospheric Science/Meteorology or related discipline

Strong knowledge of North American meteorology, climates and geography

Expertise with weather graphics and video editing software

Demonstrate an exceptional ‘eye’ for graphical design

Have excellent broadcast performance and presentation skills, and an ability to connect with audiences

Understands the practical impact of weather on people and demonstrates strong meteorological judgment 

Have a knack for finding and telling engaging weather stories 

Works quickly and makes sound decisions under the pressure of fixed deadlines

Works cooperatively with groups, teams and individuals to achieve a common goal

Demonstrates tenacity and ingenuity to solve problems in a rapidly changing environment

Handles high stress situations calmly and effectively

Comfortable with confrontational situations, demonstrating diplomacy, tact, empathy and consideration for differing points of view

Pursues opportunities for personal development and willingly assimilates training, new information and feedback

The quality, accuracy and relevance of weather forecast videos produced

Audience engagement with weather forecast video content

Meeting weather content needs and deadlines of the Video and Editorial Team