Broadcast Meteorologist - Severe Weather & Forecasting

Gray Television, Inc.; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Television, Inc. is seeking a skilled meteorologist to join WSFA's award-winning First Alert Weather Team in Montgomery, Alabama. The successful candidate will analyze scientific data and models to deliver accurate weather forecasts across multiple platforms, including digital and social media.

This role requires a degree in Meteorology or related fields, with at least two years of broadcast experience preferred. The meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologist and news staff during severe weather events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist preferred.
• Familiarity with operational radar systems.
• Seal of the National Weather Association and/or American Meteorological Society preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze raw scientific data and models for accurate weather forecasts.
• Create compelling presentations of the weather forecast for various media.
• Identify and communicate the 'weather story of the day'.
• Forecast and track severe weather accurately.

Skills

Broadcast meteorology experience

Operational radar knowledge

Producing written weather content

Education

BS/BA in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Communications, Journalism

Tools

WSI MAX

Baron Lynx

Job description

Gray Television, Inc. is seeking a skilled meteorologist to join WSFA's award-winning First Alert Weather Team in Montgomery, Alabama. The successful candidate will analyze scientific data and models to deliver accurate weather forecasts across multiple platforms, including digital and social media.

This role requires a degree in Meteorology or related fields, with at least two years of broadcast experience preferred. The meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologist and news staff during severe weather events.