Meteorologist

Nexstar Media; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media in Jackson, MS seeks a seasoned Meteorologist to forecast weather and present reports across all platforms. You will write, deliver and anchor clear, engaging weather content while coordinating with the weather team and fulfilling company standards.

You will respond to severe weather events, participate in promotional activities and interact with viewers on social media. A strong on-air presence and at least five years of weather hosting is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum five years' experience in weather reporting or anchoring.
• Superior on-air presence.
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
• Proficiency with office equipment and basic IT.
• Ability to meet deadlines, multi-task and listen to problems clearly.
• Strong meteorology knowledge and forecasting track record.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Forecast weather conditions and anchor weather reports for all platforms.
• Produce and present weather content across platforms.
• Write and deliver weather stories clearly and concisely.
• Assist in weather programming, copy editing, and coordination.
• Respond to breaking weather events and urgent newsroom situations.
• Develop comprehensive weather coverage with the weather team.
• Participate in promotional activities and public appearances.
• Write web weather stories daily and engage with viewers on social media.

Skills

English fluency

Communication

On-air presence

Weather experience

Mentoring

Coaching

Office tech

Time management

Active listening

Meteorology knowledge

Driver's license

Flexibility

Education

Meteorology degree

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.

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.