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About Gray Television: Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 86 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. About KSWO: Love leading the way in severe weather? Enjoy the challenge of forecasting in a place that sees all the seasons’ extremes? KSWO, the #1 station and ABC affiliate in Lawton, Oklahoma and Wichita Falls, TX is looking for a dedicated meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather team in Lawton. This area is one of the top markets in the country for active weather, and we're looking for someone who can't get enough of that. The successful candidate must be a strong communicator on-air, on-line and in-person. The candidate must also have a proven track record of audience engagement on social media that drives viewers to our broadcast and social platforms. This is your chance to join a team that lives the "You Can Count On Us” brand when it comes to weather. And if you're a lover of the outdoors, you'll instantly fall for the incredible Wichita Mountains just a 15-minute drive from Lawton! ** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENSdhOvLTyo ** Job Summary: The ideal candidate must be able to produce and deliver an understandable forecast for our newscasts and digital platforms. Accuracy is a must. You will cover severe weather with urgency, while also being reassuring. Our meteorologists must have the ability to work in a multi-platform environment and will contribute daily to our digital platforms, including social media. Responsibilities also include working directly with the news team to cover news and weather-related stories. Our meteorologists may have to report in the field. Strong leadership and teamwork is a must. Our weather team is involved in the newsroom and the community. The person we hire must have a positive attitude and be an ambassador for the station by making personal appearances at community events. The primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Analyze weather data and prepare an accurate forecast - Cover severe and breaking weather situations across all platforms - Post weather content to station website, social media accounts, and apps - Must have a positive attitude and be an ambassador for the station by making personal appearances at community events - Ability to shoot, write and edit stories

Requirements:

- College Degree in Meteorology - AMS and/or NWA Certified meteorologist is preferred - Experience with WSI - Ability to carry up to 40 pounds in gear and equipment - A valid driver's license, with a clean driving record, is required ◘ Interested applicants can apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings by searching the station call letters (KSWO-TV) and attach resume

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Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. GRAY TELEVISION, INC. PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY