Broadcast Meteorologist and Science Specialist - Vancouver, Canada - CBC/Radio-Canada
Description
Job Family Programming (TV-Radio-Web)Primary Location Vancouver
Position Language Requirement English Only
Language Skill Level (Reading)
- Language Skill Level (Writing)
- Language Skill Level (Speaking) Status of Employment Temporary
Work at CBC/Radio-Canada
- At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.
- Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, everchanging industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.
Your role
Passionate about weather and science? Have a knack for telling stories about why weather, science and climate change matter? Have a talent for digital tools and on-air presentation? Then you might be the next CBC News local and network weather and science specialist.
You will analyze and interpret meteorological data/reports, using models, synoptic analysis, satellite and radar imagery, warnings and watches, monitor changing weather conditions and severe weather warnings, for local, national and international weather reporting to be used for weather broadcasts including special forecasts and commentary for breaking weather events.
In addition, as a science specialist, on a daily basis you will track developing science, climate change and natural disaster stories and issues, and deliver daily stories on how those developments affect us.
and be prepared to communicate their significance clearly and compellingly to CBC News audiences at a local and national level.
You will deliver those forecasts, stories and analysis on a daily basis on CBC's network and local television, local radio and online, and our streaming platforms.
Work is governed by CBC journalistic and programming policies and standards. Advice and guidance are regularly available but initiative and independent judgment are expected.
Close collaboration with different programming units is essential.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain contacts with a variety of sources.
- Conduct analysis of facts and information from Environment Canada and other data providers, analyses and draws conclusions or raises issues requiring further investigation.
- Go live on air without a script or teleprompter.
- Gather, analyze, interpret and report information from various sources.
- Select elements to include in reporting, their order, length and sequence, as well as the method of transition from one element to another.
- Contribute ideas or program content; participate in preparation of program objectives.
- Prepare your own weather graphics for onair or digital presentation.
- Critically analyze and edit material provided by others.
- Liaise with other staff to ensure required material is available.
- Present information and/or analysis on air in a variety of formats including television, radio and online.
- Follow particular areas of current public interest or concern, including climate change, extreme weather, wildfires, and natural disasters.
- Prepare and write scripts, continuity and headlines.
- Perform other production or administrative tasks associated with the smooth functioning of the newsroom, program unit or station.
- Participate in community/public events, including speaking engagements, related to expertise.
Relevant Skills & Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree or certificate in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science or other comparable discipline such as Oceanography or Environmental Science. Higher degrees are an asset. Academic background must include coursework in synoptic meteorology, atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics or professional experience interpreting weather models and distilling weather/climate sources and raw data.
- Three to five years of directly related experience which includes proven ability in the field and knowledge of the broadcasting industry, including the essential ability to report for broadcast.
- Knowledge of WSI weather graphics system is an asset.
- An engaging onair presence, strong presentation style and ease with live reporting are essential.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to develop positive working relationships with newsroom and network col
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