Luke Victor
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Versatile professional with a background in meteorology and live broadcasting, now transitioning into software development to leverage technical skills in data analysis, computer modeling, and Python programming. Experienced in using data-driven insights to inform decision-making under pressure, with a proven track record of building viewer engagement through clear, impactful communication. Eager to bring analytical expertise and programming knowledge to a new role, supported by recent training in software development from Flatiron School.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Meteorologist & Weather Reporter
KKTV 11 News
02.2021 - Current
- Serve as an on-air broadcaster, presenting up-to-date, viewer-friendly weather information to engage and inform the audience.
- Provide timely, urgent updates during severe weather events, including hail, tornadoes, wildfires, and winter storms.
- Conduct field reporting during winter storms and severe weather events, delivering a compelling, on-the-ground perspective of impactful weather, which has further honed live public speaking skills.
- Post daily weather updates on social media to keep the public informed and engaged, maintaining strong digital visibility for KKTV’s weather coverage.
Meteorologist
ABC 17 News
11.2017 - 01.2021
- Provided on-air weather forecasts as the weekend meteorologist, delivering accurate and engaging weather updates to viewers.
- Covered significant weather events, including extensive, wall-to-wall coverage of the Jefferson City EF-3 tornado in May 2019.
- Reported science-based weather stories, incorporating video, audio, and graphical production to enhance viewer understanding and engagement with complex weather phenomena.
Education
Certificate - Software Engineering
Flatiron School
Online12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Atmospheric Science
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO12-2015
Skills
Public Speaking
Weather Forecasting
Data Analysis
Computer Programming
Presentations
Calm Under Extreme Pressure
Timeline
Meteorologist & Weather Reporter
KKTV 11 News
02.2021 - Current
Meteorologist
ABC 17 News
11.2017 - 01.2021
Certificate - Software Engineering
Flatiron School
Bachelor of Science - Atmospheric Science
University of Missouri
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