CHIEF METEOROLOGIST - WTVM

GRAY MEDIA; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media's WTVM-TV in Columbus, GA, is seeking a seasoned Chief Meteorologist to lead our weather team across East Alabama and West Georgia. You will prepare forecasts, create graphics, and deliver engaging weather coverage on air and online.

The role requires a degree in meteorology, 5+ years as a broadcast meteorologist, and strong leadership and communication skills. You will mentor multi-platform staff and participate in community outreach and events.

Qualifications

• Degree in meteorology is required.
• 5+ years as a broadcast meteorologist with leadership experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lead a multi-platform weather team and forecast accurately.
• Proficient in digital and social media platforms.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Analyze weather data and prepare forecasts.
• Lead a team of meteorologists and set presentation style.
• Create graphics to support weather presentations.
• Develop and host the daily "Weather Extra" stream with producers.
• Collaborate with news management on content.
• Produce content for digital platforms and streaming desk.

Skills

Meteorology

Leadership

Broadcast comms

Forecast accuracy

Digital & social media

Public speaking

Education

Degree in meteorology

Tools

Graphic design software

Job description

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 46 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.

About WTVM:

WTVM-TV became the first television station on the air in Columbus, Georgia, on October 6, 1953. WTVM continues to be the News Leader in the Columbus television market. The DMA stretches across the state line into portions of east Alabama and Auburn University. With a staff of 40+ news professionals, we broadcast more than 9 hours of news each weekday across WTVM (ABC), WXTX (FOX) & WLTZ (NBC).

Job Summary/Description:

WTVM-TV is searching for a Chief Meteorologist to lead our team in weather coverage across East Alabama and West Georgia.

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience with both meteorology and leadership. The candidate should be able to confidently prepare and deliver weather forecasts and tell a relatable weather story across newscasts and digital platforms.

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
• Assist with producing and presenting daily "Weather Extra" half-hour digital stream along with producer and other meteorologists
• Work closely with news management on content
• Create and post content for digital platforms & the station's streaming desk

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Degree in meteorology
• 5+ years of experience as a broadcast meteorologist
• Strong communication skills & teamwork
• Ability to lead a multi-platform 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

WTVM-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.

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