Dynamic Weather Anchor & Field Reporter

American Meteorological Society; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a dynamic Meteorologist to deliver accurate weather forecasts on-air and online across multiple platforms for WBNS-TV Columbus (CBS). You will gather and analyze data, alert viewers to weather events, and contribute to field reporting and graphics.

The role involves collaboration with the WX department, reporting from the field, and engaging audiences on the website and social media. A driver’s license is required to operate the news gathering vehicle.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Meteorology, Geoscience or Atmospheric Science.
• 3-5 YEARS on-air meteorology experience required.
• Proficient posting to websites and social media; familiarity with weather and newsroom systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate weather forecasts in a multi-platform environment.
• Prepare and deliver severe weather updates when needed.
• Produce clean, creative graphics to tell the weather story.
• Fill in on other shifts when necessary.
• Write and report from the field or newsroom.
• Update website and engage viewers on social media daily.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Make public appearances.

Skills

Meteorology/Forecasting

Multi-platform delivery

Graphics production

Field reporting

Social media engagement

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Meteorology/Geoscience/Atmospheric Science

Tools

Weather and newsroom systems

Job description

TEGNA Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a dynamic Meteorologist to deliver accurate weather forecasts on-air and online across multiple platforms for WBNS-TV Columbus (CBS). You will gather and analyze data, alert viewers to weather events, and contribute to field reporting and graphics.

The role involves collaboration with the WX department, reporting from the field, and engaging audiences on the website and social media. A driver’s license is required to operate the news gathering vehicle.