Sam Argier
Meteorologist at FOX 5 Vegas - KVVU- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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AMS Seal of Approval
American Meteorological SocietyMar, 2008- Nov, 2024 -
NWA Seal of Approval
National Weather AssociationJun, 2006- Nov, 2024
Experience
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FOX5 Vegas - KVVU
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United States
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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1 - 100 Employee
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Meteorologist
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Aug 2016 - Present
On-air meteorologist for the weekday editions of FOX5 News at 4 p.m., 5 p.m., and 6 p.m. -Produce and deliver a wide range of weather content on multiple platforms for the news station. -Create weather graphics for television and digital using The Weather Company's MAX system. Proficient in producing augmented reality graphics through MAX Reality. I also create graphics tailored for social media using the program Canva. -Started the "Weather on the Road" franchise where I visit elementary schools across Southern Nevada. I teach students about the weather through an interactive presentation that covers many of the teaching standards. This is a sponsored segment that has generated additional revenue for the news station.
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PSRS
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Loan Officer, Partner
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Oct 2015 - Oct 2016
-Work with commercial real estate owners to find the best possible financing solutions for their properties and projects. -Underwrite properties, build graphics, and provide market research for preliminary loan request packages. Present those packages to lenders to negotiate the best rates and terms for clients. -Utilize market research to recognize and reach out to prospective commercial borrowers through phone calls, emails, and letters. -Maintain relationships with a wide range of commercial capital sources, including our correspondent life insurance companies, banks, credit unions, and conduit lenders. -Work as an intermediary between the borrower and lender throughout the entire loan process. Identify potential issues and apply creative solutions to ensure a smooth transaction. Accomplishments-Helped establish and open Pacific Southwest Realty Services' office in Las Vegas; its first office outside of Southern California.-Growing PSRS's business and branding in Southern Nevada by attending commercial real estate events and meeting with key figures in the industry.
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KIRO 7
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United States
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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100 - 200 Employee
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Chief Meteorologist
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Oct 2008 - Oct 2015
-Delivered the weather forecasts on KIRO 7 Eyewitness News, weekdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and at 11:00 p.m. as Chief Meteorologist for Western Washington’s CBS news affiliate.-Managed resource allocation when the news department was covering a weather related story by briefing the staff on where to send photographers and reporters to ensure they are in the heart of the weather impact.-Analyze complex data in order to present a clear and concise forecast to the viewing audience.Build and develop all weather graphics for broadcasts gaining in-depth experience with design-based software.-Innate ability to present the forecast unscripted, delivering the message in a conversational manner that viewers would understand.-Performed numerous weather forecasts on location, and broadcasted several live events including the Seafair Torchlight Parade, hydroplane races, and air shows.-Updated viewers with the latest forecast changes through KIRO-TV’s website, Twitter, and Facebook.-Produce weather graphics utilizing WSI’s MAX weather system and Gibson Ridge storm tracking technology.Accomplishments-Earned Emmy Award-Winning Broadcaster five (5) times. During my tenure as the Morning Meteorologist at KIRO-TV, the 4:30 a.m. newscast was the highest rated in the nation. As Chief Meteorologist the 11 p.m. newscast was #1 in the Seattle market for numerous rating periods.Developed thousands of likes and followers on personal Twitter and Facebook pages. Contributed content to the KIRO 7 Eyewitness News Facebook page which is the most liked local news page in the Seattle Market.-Presented news on flights with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels Air Team and the U.S. Marine Corps.Collaborated with management to develop the “KIRO 7 PinPoint Weather” branding in addition to participating in the re-launch of their graphic appearance.
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KMIR 6 News
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Meteorologist
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Jun 2003 - Oct 2008
-Delivered the weekday evening weathercasts on KMIR 6 News at 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., and 11:00 p.m. -Monitored breaking weather, reported weather live in the field, filed feature reports and produced graphics using WSI’s Show FX weather system.-Collaborated with public relations agencies in setting up interviews and venues for news broadcasts. -Delivered the weekday evening weathercasts on KMIR 6 News at 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., and 11:00 p.m. -Monitored breaking weather, reported weather live in the field, filed feature reports and produced graphics using WSI’s Show FX weather system.-Collaborated with public relations agencies in setting up interviews and venues for news broadcasts.
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Education
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Chapman University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Film and Television- Broadcast Journalism -
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Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Geosciences- Broadcast Meteorology
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