Meteorologist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a Meteorologist to report, shoot, write and edit weather and news stories across multiple platforms in Abilene, Texas.

This role works with the weather team to deliver accurate forecasts, meets station standards for journalistic quality, and contributes to web and social media content including live and recorded segments.

Flexibility to respond to breaking weather events and participate in public appearances is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field.
• 1–2 years of weather presentation and reporting preferred.
• Ability to shoot video and perform non-linear editing.
• Strong forecasting knowledge and deadline discipline.

Responsibilities

• Produce and present weather/news reports for multiple platforms.
• Ensure content meets journalistic standards.
• Write and deliver weather/news stories clearly.
• Respond to breaking weather events and coordinate coverage.
• Work with the weather team to develop coverage.
• Write local web forecasts daily.
• Engage viewers on social media.
• Post content to web and social platforms.

Skills

Meteorology knowledge

Video shooting

Editing (non-linear)

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Tools

ENPS

Job description

The Meteorologist will report, shoot, write and edit weather/news reports across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms.
• Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Writes and delivers weather / news stories in a clear and concise manner.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content.
• Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
• Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
• Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis.
• Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites.
• Ability to shoot pictures and edit stories from beginning to end.
• Winning candidate will be posting on the web and social media.

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Entry level to 2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred.
• Must be able to shoot video and perform non-linear editing. Ability to write story from beginning to end. Knowledge of ENPS helpful.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.