WGRZ-TV in NBC is looking for a dynamic and engaging Meteorologist to join our passionate team. This position is responsible for preparing and delivering accurate weather reports on-air and online in a conversational manner. The key responsibility is the ability to gather and analyze information and alert our audiences about what’s going to happen with weather in their community. We are looking for a team player who can help with every aspect of meteorology, from forecasting, to preparing graphics, to reporting in the field, you will be an integral part of severe weather coverage, and reaching our consumers not only on TV, but online and on social media. The ideal candidate embraces new technology and is willing to explore new ways to present the weather story. As a central member of the WX department, the ideal candidate is a team player who participates in brainstorming and planning for future shows, including important weather events and explainers.  

Responsibilities: 

• Provide accurate and compelling weather forecasts in a multi-platform environment
• Prepare and deliver severe weather updates, interrupting regular programming as necessary.
• Produce clean, creative and informative graphics to tell the weather story
• Fill in on other shifts when necessary.
• Write and report from the field or inside the newsroom
• Update website and interact with viewers on social media platforms daily
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Make public appearances

Requirements: 

• BA/BS degree in Meteorology, Geoscience or Atmospheric Science.
• 3-5 YEARS on-air meteorology experience required
• Be proficient at posting content to various websites and social media; computer literacy required, including weather and newsroom computer systems

WGRZ, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Buffalo, NY is seeking an innovative Producer who doesn't just stack shows but innovates in their studio storytelling to shape our daily newscasts. At WGRZ 2 On Your Side, we build creative shows that engage, educate and inform our audiences. We prioritize original storytelling and investigative journalism as key components of our newscasts to set our product apart in the Buffalo market. We are committed to holding the powerful accountable while keeping Western New York informed.

We value a collaborative, motivated journalist who works well within a team to bring the truth to our growing audiences across platforms, starting with our streaming and broadcast services. We want your authentic personality to drive your storytelling and writing in an exciting and captivating manner to hold the audience. We’re looking for someone who will break the mold and showcase our content in unique ways every single day.

Responsibilities:

• Write on-air news content in an engaging, conversational, authentic and accurate manner.
• Line-produce daily news shows.
• Use your natural curiosity to pitch compelling stories.
• Develop original content ideas through social listening and independent sources.
• Show off your creativity and storytelling skills.
• Craft stories of all lengths on all platforms for specific audiences.
• Meet daily deadlines.
• Research for facts and credibility.
• Use creative and contemporary production techniques to enhance story presentation.
• Combine live pictures, graphics, compelling video and emotional sound to create an engaging experience for our audience.
• Booth continuous coverage on our live streams for breaking news and community events.
• Consistently try new things after thoughtful discussion with supervisors.
• Allow the impactful and emotional conversations the community needs to drive the content in your rundown.
• Use data analytics to help shape the content of your show.
• Challenge traditional ways of doing things.
• Advocate for underrepresented people, communities and viewpoints to have a voice and presence in your show.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism, communications or related field.
• 1-3 years of news content experience.
• Top-notch communication skills are an absolute must.
• Solid journalistic judgement and a news philosophy that emphasizes accurate, fair and unique local content, along with community engagement. 
• Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism.
• Skills in producing engaging, content-driven newscasts and digital content.
• Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on your preferred social platforms. 
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under time pressure deadlines.
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events. 
• ENPS and Edius system experience preferred.

WGRZ-TV Buffalo, the TEGNA NBC in Buffalo seeks a full-time Broadcast Engineer to join the Technology team. This position is responsible for the day-to-day hands-on maintenance of the station’s technical equipment including traditional broadcast hardware and industry specific software.

The ideal candidate can balance multiple ongoing projects while addressing the immediate maintenance needs of a 24/7 operation. If you enjoy problem solving, are a people person, like solving technical/IT challenges and enjoy communicating, we want to hear from you.

Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations required

Responsibilities: 

• Support day to day operations of station including all daily news operations, equipment, and computer-based IT systems.
• Install and maintain broadcast and IT equipment at studio facilities, transmitter site, in remote broadcast vehicles, and at other remote locations.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, making repairs or implementing workarounds as needed.
• Perform routine security updates and reboots of broadcast servers.
• Contribute to technical documentation that accurately represents installed equipment.
• Occasional field work on remote productions.
• Minor building-related maintenance tasks occasionally required.

Requirements: 

• 1-3 years’ experience in broadcast engineering or related.
• Strong organizational, communications, and time-management skills. Able to work efficiently without direct supervision.
• Ability to work well under pressure, take initiative, and work well with others.
• Solid understanding of current computer hardware, network technologies, and Microsoft’s Active Directory environment.
• Ability to plan technical projects and clearly communicate the status of problems, provide updates to progress on projects, and offer solutions to technical issues.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Available on call.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders and work on elevated surfaces, pull and install wiring, use hand and power tools, work on small components, and perform other physical tasks.

WGRZ-TV Buffalo, the TEGNA {{Affiliate}} affiliate in Buffalo seeks a Broadcast Director. The primary responsibility of this position is directing daily newscasts and other local programs, utilizing both production automation and manual switching operations. The Broadcast Director will work closely with our news, production, and technical teams to produce fast-paced, compelling and comprehensive newscasts and programs.

We are looking for someone to bring forward-thinking production ideas, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to manage quality control at a high level. In addition, the candidate must also be familiar with all studio operations, including floor directing, camera operation, teleprompter, graphics creation, audio, lighting, non-linear editing, content management systems and master control systems.

Current driver's license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.

Responsibilities: 

• Direct daily live newscasts and recorded shows using both automation and manual switching.
• Oversee the overall look of newscasts and on-air programming.
• Identify and correct potential problems before they hit air.
• Troubleshooting technical systems when required.
• Use non-linear editing and content management systems for programming, commercial and digital content creation.
• Other production department duties as assigned.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or TV Production or related degree preferred or equivalent experience may be substituted.
• Experience (3 years preferred) with production automation, video switchers, newsroom computer systems, video servers, and graphics systems.
• Ability to adapt quickly and respond effectively for breaking news and unexpected events.
• Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on working as a team with multiple departments.
• Experience with ENPS, Chyron, and BitCentral systems is a plus
• Flexible scheduling: this position includes weekends, and may also cover early mornings, nights, or holidays as needed.
• Involves standing prolonged hours, stooping, bending, lifting/pushing up to 25 lbs.