Lead Meteorologist & On-Air Weather Presenter

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Farmersburg (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a results-driven Meteorologist to forecast, write, and deliver weather reports across platforms. You will work closely with the weather team to provide engaging and accurate coverage and respond to severe weather events in a timely manner.

The role requires a meteorology degree, 5+ years of weather reporting experience, and a strong on-air presence. You will engage with viewers online and participate in promotional activities, contributing to a dynamic newsroom

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including ad-lib capability.
• Minimum five years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring (market dependent).
• Strong on-air presence and ability to guide others.

Responsibilities

• Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.
• Ensures weather content meets standards for journalistic integrity.
• Writes and delivers weather stories clearly and concisely.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming.
• Responds to breaking/severe weather events as required.
• Collaborates with weather team for comprehensive coverage.
• Participates in promotional activities and public appearances.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Writes web stories detailing the local forecast daily.
• Interacts with viewers on social media.

Skills

Forecasting

On-air presence

Communication

Mentoring

Social media

Deadline management

Weather software

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a results-driven Meteorologist to forecast, write, and deliver weather reports across platforms. You will work closely with the weather team to provide engaging and accurate coverage and respond to severe weather events in a timely manner.

The role requires a meteorology degree, 5+ years of weather reporting experience, and a strong on-air presence. You will engage with viewers online and participate in promotional activities, contributing to a dynamic newsroom