Meteorologist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a Meteorologist to forecast, write and present weather across all platforms from its Buffalo, NY operation. You will deliver clear, engaging forecasts, respond to severe weather, and work with the weather team to expand coverage.

This role includes digital storytelling and public appearances. The position requires a degree in meteorology (or related field) and at least five years of weather reporting or anchoring experience, with fluent English and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum five years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring.
• Superior on-air presence.
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
• Proficiency with computers and office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong forecasting knowledge and meteorology expertise.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.
• Writes and delivers weather stories clearly.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming.
• Responds to breaking weather events and urgent newsroom situations.
• Works with the weather team to develop coverage.
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Writes web stories detailing the local forecast daily.
• Interacts with viewers and users on social media.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

On-air presence

Leadership

Forecasting

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or related field

Job description

The Meteorologist forecast weather conditions and produces and anchors weather reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.
• Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Writes and delivers weather 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 newsrooms situations as required.
• Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis.
• Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites.
• Salary - $50,000 to $60,000

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
• Minimum five years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)
• Superior on-air presence.
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
• 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.