Snow Reporter

Seasonal At Stratton, we are a team of people who work extremely hard and take our jobs very seriously, without forgetting how to laugh and have fun. We choose people that display the talent and attitude that exemplify the high level of service our guests expect and deserve. Our vision is to be A BOLD MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CULTIVATING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES . BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Stratton's team members are rewarded with job experience, opportunities for career advancement and some great lifestyle perks (eligibility based on employee type). Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts at Alterra resorts Free or discounted multi-resort dependent season passes Free or discounted IKON pass Discounted golf & fitness center memberships Employee childcare rates & discounted seasonal programs Retail + F&B discounts Friends & family tickets Onsite medical clinic Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, HSAs, & FSAs 401(k) plan with company match Discounted tuition plan Paid parental leave Paid sick time, FTO, Vacation Additional perks & benefits for year round employees POSITION SUMMARY The Snow Reporter is responsible for sharing information both internally and externally, with guests and employees, through various channels such as video, web, social media, email and phone. The Snow Reporter will be creating content, storytelling, and reporting on resort news from mountain conditions to resort events, behind-the-scenes action to personality profiles, all the things on and off the snow. This is a seasonal role with full time and part-time opportunities, compensated at $20.00/hour. Recruitment for this role will be ongoing through December. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Write and announce a daily snow report for a variety of ski reporting services Confer regularly with Mountain Operations, Information Desk, Marketing and Events, in order to compile, update and disseminate mountain condition information Update several websites, including as the day’s conditions unfold Maintain and update internal communication of day’s conditions Assess/monitor mountain weather conditions for changes and follows up with reporting services Conduct competitive resort surveys, in order to compare and assess other resort reporting information Process and analyze daily Grooming statistics throughout the entire season Smile, have fun, ski or snowboard on a daily basis and be the “Voice of Stratton" Assist other departments as needed Storyboard, film and produce on the snow content for Stratton audience Create written content for the Stratton Blog Special projects as assigned (film and/or written) Additional duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS Excellent communication skills in both public speaking and writing. Note that a writing sample is required. Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions Advanced level skier/snowboarder Must be a creative, well organized, team player with a high degree of energy Must be able to multi-task and work well under pressure Working knowledge of video editing software & social media Must be able to work efficiently to meet deadlines Must work well independently and as a member of a team Be a morning person! This job begins at 5:30AM each day. High School Diploma, or equivalent, required Previous experience working in snow sports industry, preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS This position may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. An Equal Opportunity Employer