KGO - Weather Anchor

AAJA24; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KGO-TV/ABC7 Eyewitness News in San Francisco seeks an accredited meteorologist or experienced weather anchor to prepare and present daily weather forecasts for newscasts, on digital and social platforms.

The meteorologist will use weather software to create forecasts for multiple dayparts, provide live coverage during significant weather events, and contribute to the channel's 24/7 streaming and online weather storytelling. This is a full-time SAG-AFTRA position in San Francisco, CA.

Qualifications

• Accredited meteorologist or experienced weather anchor.
• Experience presenting forecasts on-air.
• Ability to create forecasts for digital platforms and social media.

Responsibilities

• Producing and presenting on-air forecasts.
• Writing weather digital stories and engaging with social media audiences.
• Reporting from the field during weather events or weather stories.

Skills

Weather forecasting

On-air presentation

Live reporting

Digital storytelling

Social media engagement

Education

Broadcast meteorology accreditation

Tools

Weather software

Job description

Job Category: Television,

Employment Type: Full time,

Posted: 10.02.2026

Job Description

KGO - Weather Anchor

Department/Group Overview:

Disney Entertainment’s eight owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information.ABC7 KGO-TV is the Bay Area's news leader, delivering breaking news, weather and live video on-air and 24/7 wherever you stream.Producing more than 45 hours of live newscasts every week, ABC7 Eyewitness News is widely recognized for its solution-based journalism and advocacy with legacy franchises Seven on Your Side and I-Team.ABC7 is a respected and valued community resource, KGO-TV is an ABC Owned Television Station serving San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and the greater Bay Area.

Job Summary:

KGO-TV/ABC7 Eyewitness News, the ABC-owned television station in San Francisco, also serving Oakland and San Jose is seeking an accredited meteorologist or experienced weather anchor to prepare and present daily weather forecasts for newscasts, on digital and social platforms. The meteorologist/weather anchor will use weather software systems to create and present forecasts for various newscasts. This role will also create forecasts for digital and social platforms and for the KGO-TV/ABC7 Eyewitness News 24/7 live stream. The successful candidate will provide live coverage during significant weather events and breaking news situations, delivering clear, accurate, and engaging information across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms.

This is a full-time position that may require flexibility in scheduling and assignments across multiple dayparts, including mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and significant weather or breaking news coverage.

This position is covered under SAG-AFTRA – KGO-TV Newspersons Agreement.

The hiring range for this SAG-AFTRA position in San Francisco, CA is $90,948 - $180,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with KGO Television, Inc, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

KGO Television, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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Job Requirements

Responsibilities and Duties of the Role:

• Producing and presenting on-air forecasts
• Writing weather digital stories and engaging with social media audiences
• Reporting from the field during weather events or weather stories

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience reporting weather on-air.
• Candidates should have a solid resume reel showing superior on-camera presentation.