KGO - Meteorologist/Weather Anchor (Daily Hire)
Disney
KGO - Meteorologist/Weather Anchor (Daily Hire)
Job Description
Job Summary:
KGO-TV/ABC7, the ABC-owned television station in San Francisco, also serving Oakland and San Jose is seeking an accredited meteorologist or experienced weather anchor to produce and present daily weather forecasts for newscasts, on digital and social platforms. The meteorologist/weather anchor will use weather software systems to create and present forecasts for various newscasts. This employee will also create forecasts for digital and social platforms and for the KGO-TV/ABC7 24/7 live stream.
This is a freelance/daily hire position. Shifts will be weekday or weekend mornings or evenings, depending on staff vacations.
This position is covered under SAG-AFTRA – KGO-TV Newspersons Agreement.
The Pay Rate for this role is: $415/day
Responsibilities:
Producing and presenting on-air forecasts
Digital- writing and building graphics for forecasts, social media
Basic Qualifications:
Knowledge of the San Francisco Bay Area
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience reporting weather on-air.
Candidates should have a solid resume reel showing superior on-camera presentation.
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree
Meteorology degree
Preferred Certification:
AMS Seal
The pay rate for this role in San Francisco, CA is $415 per day. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with KGO Television, Inc, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
KGO Television, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
Locations
- Location San Francisco, California, United States
Salary
415 - 415 USD / yearly
Skills Required
- Proficiency in weather software systemsintermediate
- Strong on-camera presentation skillsintermediate
- Ability to write and build graphicsintermediate
- Knowledge of digital and social media platformsintermediate
- Flexibility to work various shiftsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of the San Francisco Bay Area (experience)
- Bachelor’s degree (experience)
- Meteorology degree (experience)
- Accredited meteorologist or experienced weather anchor (experience)
- Ability to use weather software systems (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience reporting weather on-air (experience)
- Solid resume reel showing superior on-camera presentation (experience)
- AMS Seal (experience)
Responsibilities
- Producing and presenting on-air forecasts
- Creating forecasts for digital and social platforms
- Creating forecasts for the KGO-TV/ABC7 24/7 live stream
- Writing and building graphics for forecasts
- Managing social media content related to weather
Benefits
- general: Medical benefits
- general: Financial benefits
- general: Other benefits dependent on the level and position offered
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KGO - Meteorologist/Weather Anchor (Daily Hire)
Disney
KGO - Meteorologist/Weather Anchor (Daily Hire)
Job Description
Job Summary:
KGO-TV/ABC7, the ABC-owned television station in San Francisco, also serving Oakland and San Jose is seeking an accredited meteorologist or experienced weather anchor to produce and present daily weather forecasts for newscasts, on digital and social platforms. The meteorologist/weather anchor will use weather software systems to create and present forecasts for various newscasts. This employee will also create forecasts for digital and social platforms and for the KGO-TV/ABC7 24/7 live stream.
This is a freelance/daily hire position. Shifts will be weekday or weekend mornings or evenings, depending on staff vacations.
This position is covered under SAG-AFTRA – KGO-TV Newspersons Agreement.
The Pay Rate for this role is: $415/day
Responsibilities:
Producing and presenting on-air forecasts
Digital- writing and building graphics for forecasts, social media
Basic Qualifications:
Knowledge of the San Francisco Bay Area
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience reporting weather on-air.
Candidates should have a solid resume reel showing superior on-camera presentation.
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree
Meteorology degree
Preferred Certification:
AMS Seal
The pay rate for this role in San Francisco, CA is $415 per day. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with KGO Television, Inc, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
KGO Television, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
Locations
- Location San Francisco, California, United States
Salary
415 - 415 USD / yearly
Skills Required
- Proficiency in weather software systemsintermediate
- Strong on-camera presentation skillsintermediate
- Ability to write and build graphicsintermediate
- Knowledge of digital and social media platformsintermediate
- Flexibility to work various shiftsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of the San Francisco Bay Area (experience)
- Bachelor’s degree (experience)
- Meteorology degree (experience)
- Accredited meteorologist or experienced weather anchor (experience)
- Ability to use weather software systems (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience reporting weather on-air (experience)
- Solid resume reel showing superior on-camera presentation (experience)
- AMS Seal (experience)
Responsibilities
- Producing and presenting on-air forecasts
- Creating forecasts for digital and social platforms
- Creating forecasts for the KGO-TV/ABC7 24/7 live stream
- Writing and building graphics for forecasts
- Managing social media content related to weather
Benefits
- general: Medical benefits
- general: Financial benefits
- general: Other benefits dependent on the level and position offered
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