Meteorologist

Sinclair Inc.; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Inc. is seeking a Meteorologist/Reporter for WCYB-TV News 5 in Bristol, TN. This position involves not only forecasting but also impactful reporting and content creation across various platforms. Ideal candidates should possess strong storytelling abilities, relevant educational background in meteorology, and experience in delivering engaging live weather reports.

The role emphasizes community engagement, requiring adaptation to flexible schedules and a collaborative newsroom environment. Sinclair Inc. promotes diversity and inclusivity, ensuring fair employment practices.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of full-time experience in weather forecasting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of short-term and long-range forecasting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and present weathercasts combining storytelling and accuracy.
• Issue warnings and deliver live coverage during severe weather.
• Report on weather and environmental news stories.

Skills

Storytelling through weather coverage

Live reporting

Impact-based forecasting

Content writing under deadline

Multi-tasking in fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field

Tools

The Weather Company (formerly WSI)

Job description

WCYB-TV News 5, the NBC and FOX affiliate serving the Tri-Cities, is seeking a Meteorologist/Reporter who is passionate about accurate forecasting, impactful storytelling, and serving the community. This role combines weather forecasting, reporting, and content creation across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms to deliver meaningful coverage that informs, engages, and connects with viewers.

Responsibilities

• Forecast, produce, and present compelling weathercasts that combine accurate forecasting with forward-thinking storytelling to help viewers understand what’s ahead and how it may affect their lives.
• Issue timely warnings and alerts, create compelling weather graphics and maps, and deliver confident live coverage during severe weather and other significant weather events.
• Contribute to the station’s social media coverage during severe weather and create engaging weather content for broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
• Develop story ideas, cultivate community sources, and report on weather, environmental, and general news stories that inform and impact local audiences.
• Collaborate with producers and newsroom staff to identify and deliver relevant weather coverage for both breaking news and everyday forecasts.
• Adapt to a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and extended coverage during significant weather events.
• Represent the station at community events and public appearances, serving as a trusted ambassador for a brand with a 70-year legacy of serving the community.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories through compelling weather coverage across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms.
• Experience delivering engaging live reports and active, visual coverage during significant weather events and extended severe weather coverage.
• Strong knowledge of short-term, long-range, and impact-based forecasting.
• Sound news judgment and the ability to write clear, accurate, and engaging content under deadline.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt quickly to changing conditions, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• One to two years of full-time experience in weather forecasting, presentation, and reporting preferred. Recent graduates with strong forecasting, storytelling, and on-air skills are encouraged to apply.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a newsroom environment and perform effectively under deadline pressure.
• Familiarity with The Weather Company (formerly WSI) weather systems and forecasting tools is strongly preferred.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.