Chief Meteorologist

Nexstar Media; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Nexstar Media in Terre Haute, IN seeks an experienced Meteorologist to forecast, produce, and anchor weather reports across platforms. You will write concise weather stories, respond to severe weather, and work with the team to deliver comprehensive coverage for our audience.

The role requires an atmospheric science degree or equivalent experience, strong on-air presence, and the ability to mentor others. You will engage with viewers on social media and support promotional activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication.
• Minimum five years' experience in weather reporting or anchoring (varying by market).
• Superior on-air presence and ability to mentor others.
• Proficiency with office technology and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.
• Writes and delivers weather stories clearly and concisely.
• Assists in writing, editing, researching and coordinating weather programming.
• Responds to breaking and severe weather events as required.
• Works with the weather team to develop comprehensive coverage.
• Interacts with viewers on social media and participates in promotions.
• Performs special projects as assigned and covers daily local forecasts.

Skills

English fluency

Excellent communication

On-air presence

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Job description

The Meteorologist forecasts weather conditions, produces, and anchors weather reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes and delivers weather stories in a clear and concise manner
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content
• Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required
• Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
• Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis
• Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
• Minimum five years' experience in weather reporting or anchoring (More or less depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
• Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift