Evan Chickvara
Broadcast Meteorologist
Amateur Storm Chaser
Tropical Weather Enthusiast
Passionate about all aspects of Meteorology
Prelude
Currently seeking a job in the field of meteorology, specifically broadcast. Incredibly passionate about all things weather and always eager to educate myself on all aspects of the subject. I strive for complete knowlege and understanding in order to better myself as a meteorologist. Professional experience with Baron Omni VIPIR systems, WSI graphics, TruVu Max, and Dual Pole radar software.
Education
Glenn Burns, Chief Meteorologist at WSB-TV. My experience with Glenn gave perspective to the real life job of a meteorologist. Being an icon in the industy, it was a privelage to intern with him and the WSB weather staff.
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Sciences: Geosciences
Concentration: Broadcast Meteorology
Experience
Internship WSB-TV Atlanta Summer 2014
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Top rated ABC affiliate in United States
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Worked with Chief Meteorologist Glenn Burns
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Assisted in building of graphics on WSI TruVu
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Performed green screen simulations
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Tracked storms on-air with Baron Vipir
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Updated weather daily for AJC and station weather App
Campus Connect Forecast
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Prepare and deliver a weekly weathercast, build graphics, incoroporate social media
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Experience with Baron Omni graphics system
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82/45 Forecasting Blog: weather discussions, content articles
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Severe storm coverage, use of Baron Vipir radar
2010 - present
2010 - present
Organizations & Related Experiences
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East Mississippi Chapter of NWA/AMS 2011-2014
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Geosciences and Meteorological Society at Mississippi State University 2011-2012
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Storm Chasing, April 2014 Louisville Mississippi Tornado
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Sigma Phi Epsilon Beta Chapter in Mississippi 2011-2013
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Head Of Standards Spring 2013
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Tornado Relief Efforts in Tuscaloosa April-May 2014
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Broadcast Meteorology Representative for GEOMES 2012-2013
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Event planner for departmental activities
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Bridge gap between Geology and Meteorology departments