CHIEF METEOROLOGIST - KGNS

Gray Local Media, Inc; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KGNS-TV/Gray Media seeks a Chief Meteorologist to lead the weather team, forecast accurately, and tell relatable weather stories across TV, digital, and social platforms.

The role includes presenting forecasts, creating engaging weather content, and engaging with the community through classroom visits and live reporting at weather events.

Qualifications

• Degree in meteorology.
• 2+ years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist.
• Strong communication skills & teamwork.
• Ability to lead an on-air weather team.
• Ability to be creative with graphic design and presentation.
• Demonstrated ability to forecast weather accurately.
• Proficient in digital and social media platforms.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Storm tracking experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze weather data and prepare detailed forecasts.
• Prepare graphics to support the weather presentation.
• Flexible schedule for severe weather scenarios.
• Lead team of Meteorologists, guiding presentation style and forecast accuracy.
• Work closely with news management on content.
• Create and post content for digital platforms & CTV Desk.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Forecasting

Digital media proficiency

Education

Degree in meteorology

Tools

Weather graphics software

Job description

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 such markets measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group, with 47 markets, and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies and the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

Job Summary/Description:

Our ideal Chief Meteorologist is a master at every aspect of meteorology, from forecasting to preparing graphics, to reporting in the field, to being an integral part of reaching our community on television, digital, and social media platforms.

KGNS+ has an opening for a full-time Chief Meteorologist to lead our weather team. The ideal candidate for this role will have experience with both meteorology and leadership. They should be able to prepare and deliver weather forecasts and tell a relatable weather story across newscasts and digital platforms. We expect the Chief Meteorologist to create engaging, informative, and compelling news—and help the rest of the weather team do the same. The ideal candidate will also feel confident with community outreach-- visiting classrooms to educate young people about meteorology, reporting live from breaking weather locations and other events as needed, as well as participating in other public functions.

Duties/responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Analyze weather data and prepare detailed forecasts
• Prepare graphics to support the weather presentation
• Flexible schedule for severe weather scenarios
• Lead team of Meteorologists, guiding them on presentation style and accuracy of forecasts
• Work closely with news management on content
• Creating and posting content for digital platforms & CTV Desk

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Degree in meteorology
• 2+ years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist
• Strong communication skills & teamwork
• Ability to lead an on-air weather team
• Ability to be creative with graphic design and presentation
• Demonstrated ability to forecast weather accurately
• Proficient in digital and social media platforms
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record
• Storm tracking experience is a plus

KGNS-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with Gray's employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.