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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. We own and operate 100 television stations across 54 television markets that collectively broadcast over 200 program streams including channels affiliated with the CBS Network, the NBC Network, the ABC Network and the FOX Network – all delivering the news, weather, sports and entertainment. Our portfolio includes the number-one and/or number-two ranked television station operations in essentially all of our markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better. About KALB: KALB-TV is the No. 1 television station in the region of Central Louisiana. Our market comprises four primary parishes (counties), including Rapides, Avoyelles, Vernon, and Grant. We are located in Alexandria, Louisiana, a community of nearly 50,000 people right in the heart of the state. Across the Red River is the community of Pineville, which boasts an additional 15,000. Alexandria may be market 179, but there is nothing small about our approach to news. KALB-TV includes the traditional NBC (News Channel 5) that has dominated the market for nearly 60 years, CBS-2, and the CW Cenla - Cenla, by the way, is short for Central Louisiana. Each weekday, KALB produces 6 ½ hours of news, and each newscast is the dominant No. 1 in its time slot. Our team is comprised of several veterans who have worked in this market for many years as well as those first entering the business. We are proud of our track record of talent that has gone on to larger markets, especially those who have stayed with Gray Television. As for Alexandria, we have a true advantage of being in the center of the state. This means we are just three hours from New Orleans and two hours or less from every other major city in the state, including Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Monroe and Shreveport. Alexandria has a proud military tradition and is the location of the former England Air Force Base (now England AirPark) and just 45 miles from Fort Polk and the Joint Readiness Training Center, a key training facility for the U.S. Army. Alexandria International Airport has connecting flights to Atlanta, Houston and Dallas on a daily basis. Alexandria is the home of LSU-Alexandria, one of the premiere athletic programs in NAIA, and Pineville has been the home of Louisiana College for more than 100 years. “LC” as it is known is a liberal arts Christian college. Among the great features of Alexandria are the Alexandria Zoo, the Alexandria Museum of Art and numerous festivals including the Alexandria Mardi Gras weekend, Alexandria RiverFete’ and Alexandria WinterFete’. A great place to raise a family or retire, Alexandria has recently made a commitment to develop its historic downtown area, a now popular spot for the younger demographic. On top of all that, Louisiana is the “Sportsman’s Paradise,” and there are great fishing, hunting, hiking, and biking opportunities in the area. To learn more about Alexandria, and KALB, visit: http://www.kalb.com/content/stationjobs/KALB-Employment-Status.html Job Summary: Full-time Meteorologist. The hours for this position will be flexible to start, but will develop into a consistent schedule depending on the experience and performance of the right candidate. Negotiable salary depending upon experience. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to come into the Alexandria market and really make a mark while developing his/her meteorology brand, especially on social media. At KALB, weather is king. It is THE thing people in this market look toward us for, so we are looking for a meteorologist who takes his/her craft seriously and will add to our already strong weather reputation. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Present weather information on-air, as video content, in web and social media format and other elements necessary to produce thorough, high-quality forecasts • Present weather content across all platforms, including social media, in a way that connects with viewers and demonstrates credibility, authority and broadly-based knowledge of the local area, extending across the South and rest of the country • Assist in the writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating of additional weather programming such as hurricane specials • Use weekday hours to develop complimentary weather content, such as special features and other weather-related news packages. News reporting duties may be included • Provide leadership that encourages excellence and assist in the smooth operation of the weather team • Maintain a deep level of familiarity with the latest technology and forecasting tools, models and other necessary information • Develop ways to connect with viewers on alternative media formats, especially Twitter and Facebook, as well as through www.kalb.com • Represent KALB-TV positively in the community courteously and professionally • Participate in promotional activities including public appearances • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned • Respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required

Requirements:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in meteorology or equivalent preferred • Ability to work independently in a multimedia and computer-based environment • Understanding of weather models, weather maps, and radar products, including WSI • Effective on-air performance and strong severe weather judgment • Knowledge of local, state and national geography, city and town names, etc. • Ability to conduct in-depth research and develop custom forecasts effectively • Good news writing and copy editing ability for all platforms including social media – the ability to post to www.kalb.com and KALB’s Twitter and Facebook accounts is required • Knowledge of libel laws and ethical foundations of journalism • Maintain professional personal appearance as defined by KALB-TV management • Ability to work cooperatively with others to create a sense of teamwork in the presentation of news and other programming • Proficiency in current and emerging forecasting technologies • Knowledge of forecast presentation techniques and demonstrated ability to develop engaging presentation • Enhance forecast by providing insight and perspective • Ability to think quickly and respond appropriately in high pressure situations • Valid driver’s license with good driving record • Ability to lift, carry and maneuver up to 20 lbs. • Ability to work in all weather conditions • Flexibility to work any assigned shift ◘ Come join our team, apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopeningsand attach your resume

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