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  JOB LISTING

   June 4, 2025

WTVQ-TV has the following employment opportunities available:

Morning Meteorologist: WTVQ ABC 36 News Now in Lexington, Kentucky is looking for a dynamic Morning Meteorologist to join our team. If you’re passionate about forecasting and want to make a difference in a community that experiences all four seasons — from crisp autumn mornings to springtime severe weather outbreaks — this is the perfect opportunity.

We’re searching for a bright, engaging “morning person” who can help our viewers start their day informed and assured. Our ideal candidate combines on-air warmth and relatability with serious meteorological chops — especially when it comes to covering severe weather. You’ll be the face of our morning weather coverage and a key part of our ABC 36 Storm Team.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver accurate, conversational, and engaging forecasts weekday mornings across all WTVQ platforms.
  • Communicate complex weather information in a clear, viewer-friendly way.
  • Provide live coverage during breaking and severe weather events, including storm tracking and radar analysis.
  • Collaborate closely with producers and news staff to plan and execute informative weather content.
  • Produce content for digital and social media, with a focus on viewer engagement and weather preparedness.
  • Represent ABC 36 at community events and school visits as a trusted face of local weather.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or related field.
  • AMS or NWA seal preferred or the ability to obtain one.
  • 1-2+ years of on-air forecasting experience, preferably in a market with severe weather.
  • Strong radar skills and experience using Baron System or similar weather graphics systems.
  • Calm, authoritative presence during weather emergencies.
  • A positive, upbeat morning show presence with the ability to build viewer trust and loyalty.
  • Ability to work early mornings, holidays, and other hours as news and weather demand.

Why Lexington?

The Lexington television market offers year-round opportunities to showcase your forecasting skills. From winter snowstorms and spring tornado threats to sunny summer days and colorful fall transitions, Central Kentucky gives meteorologists the chance to do it all — and do it well.

If you’re ready to wake up Central Kentucky with energy, reliability, and a deep understanding of weather science, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join a station committed to keeping our viewers safe, prepared, and weather-aware — every single day.

To apply, email your reel and resume to: hr@wtvq.com, or send to Human Resources, P.O. Box 55590, Lexington, KY 40555. EOE M/F/D/V pre-employment background check. WTVQ is a drug free environment and we reserve the right to administer random drug testing as deemed necessary.

Anchor/MMJ: WTVQ ABC 36 News is seeking a dynamic, experienced Anchor/MMJ to join our team in Lexington, Kentucky. We are committed to providing high-quality local news coverage and are looking for a driven, creative, and versatile journalist who can excel both behind the desk and in the field.

Job Responsibilities:
• Anchor newscasts with professionalism, credibility, and energy.
• Act as a newsroom leader, helping to shape the vision and direction of newscasts.
• Develop and produce engaging, accurate, and timely newscasts.
• Generate story ideas and develop sources to create compelling, local content.
• Shoot, write, and edit news stories as a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ).
• Maintain excellent news judgment and editorial decision-making.
• Collaborate with producers, reporters, and photographers to ensure seamless, high-quality broadcasts.
• Engage with viewers through social media and other platforms to enhance audience experience and coverage.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Anchor, MMJ, or Reporter preferred.
• Ability to produce newscasts and generate creative content under tight deadlines.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency in shooting and editing video.
• Excellent news judgment and leadership abilities.
• Comfortable with live reporting and breaking news coverage.
• Familiarity with newsroom software and editing tools.

Additional Skills:
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of AP style and adherence to journalistic standards.

To Apply:
Please email your resume, references, and a link to any samples of your work to: hr@wtvq.com. EOE M/F/D/V pre-employment background screen required. WTVQ is a drug free environment and we reserve the right to administer random drug testing as deemed necessary.

Local Sales & Marketing Consultant: ABC Affiliate WTVQ-TV in Lexington KY is hiring for an entry-level Sales and Marketing Consultant. Candidates must have good communication, people, organizational & time management skills. Successful candidate will be a self-starter motivated by personal goals as well as company objectives. Responsibilities will include, but not limited to, developing new local direct business and selling full-service digital marketing programs. College degree required and a demonstrated professional sales ability a must. Send resume to Human Resources, PO Box 55590, Lexington, KY 40555-5590. EOE M/F/D/V pre-employment background screen required. WTVQ is a drug free environment and we reserve the right to administer random drug testing as deemed necessary.

        WTVQ-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

               Pre-employment background check required.

 

 

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