Meteorologist

Hearst; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WGAL-TV, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate serving the Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lebanon and York market, seeks a Meteorologist/Weather Reporter. The role blends forecasting accuracy with engaging storytelling and requires presenting in-studio weather and creating enterprise content for TV, digital, streaming, and social platforms.

You will report live from the field during severe weather, translate complex data for viewers, and collaborate with anchors, producers and journalists to tell timely,

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of meteorology, weather science and forecasting.
• Dynamic, authentic and conversational on-air presence.
• Ability to combine scientific credibility with personality, warmth and storytelling.
• Experience with television weather systems and graphics.
• Strong live reporting skills.
• Digital/social media expertise and enthusiasm for innovative storytelling.
• Must work weekends, in addition to a flexible schedule for severe weather coverage.
• NWA Seal of Approval and/or AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) designation or intent to pursue certifications.
• Related military experience will be considered

Responsibilities

• Analyze weather data and develop accurate, timely forecasts for WGAL viewing area.
• Deliver compelling, conversational and easy-to-understand in-studio weather forecasts.
• Build graphics and forecasts with little supervision.
• Provide urgent, authoritative and calm coverage before, during and after severe weather events.
• Report live from the field during severe weather, providing viewers with immediate observations, context and safety information.
• Interpret radar, model guidance and other meteorological data for viewers.
• Create and deliver weather content across television, digital, streaming and social platforms.
• Report live from the field on community events and seasonal stories in addition to weather coverage
• Develop community-focused stories and connect weather to people, places and events
• Serve as an ambassador for WGAL in the community at events
• Gather, verify and summarize information for broadcast and digital coverage
• Participate in daily editorial meetings and contribute weather and story ideas
• Keep newsroom informed about current conditions
• Collaborate with anchors, reporters, producers, photographers and digital teams across platforms

Skills

Meteorology knowledge

On-air presence

Storytelling

Weather graphics

Live reporting

Digital storytelling

Weekend availability

CBM certification

Military experience considered

Job description

Meteorologist / Weather Reporter

WGAL-TV, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate serving the Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lebanon and York, PA market has an immediate opening for a Meteorologist / Weather Reporter.

We’re looking for both expertise and personality. You understand the science, and you also understand that great weather coverage is about connecting with people. You can explain why tomorrow’s forecast matters, be a trusted voice when severe weather threatens, confidently report from the middle of a developing weather story, and bring energy and curiosity to a community event.

If you’re a meteorologist who loves forecasting, thrives during live coverage and genuinely enjoys connecting with viewers and the community, we want to hear from you.

Our ideal candidate will be one who thinks outside the box – can deliver a polished in-studio forecast and then turn right around and produce an engaging, memorable vertical video about a timely weather topic.

Innovation is critical: whether it’s in the middle of a snowstorm or a community fair, you’re always looking for new and creative ways to tell the best story. We’re looking for a storyteller at heart: with the ability to write and craft a weather-related report fit for any screen. You will produce enterprise content and deliver accurate forecasts across television, digital and other platforms. This position reports to the News Director.

Responsibilities

• Analyze weather data and develop accurate, timely forecasts for the WGAL viewing area
• Deliver compelling, conversational and easy-to-understand in-studio weather forecasts
• Build graphics and forecasts with little supervision
• Provide urgent, authoritative and calm coverage before, during and after severe and high-impact weather events
• Report live from the field during severe weather, providing viewers with immediate observations, context and safety information
• Interpret radar, model guidance and other meteorological data and translate complex information into useful information for viewers
• Create and deliver weather content across television, digital, streaming, social and partner platforms
• Report live from the field on community events, seasonal stories and other assignments in addition to weather coverage
• Develop community-focused stories and find opportunities to connect weather with the people, places and events important to our audience
• Serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for WGAL in the community at station appearances and events
• Gather, verify and summarize information for broadcast and digital coverage
• Participate in daily editorial meetings and contribute weather and story ideas
• Keep newsroom personnel informed about current and developing weather conditions
• Collaborate with anchors, reporters, producers, photographers and digital teams on coverage across platforms

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of meteorology, weather science and forecasting
• Dynamic, authentic and conversational on-air presence
• Ability to combine scientific credibility with personality, warmth and strong storytelling
• Experience with television weather systems and graphics
• Strong live reporting skills
• Digital/social media expertise and enthusiasm for innovative storytelling
• Must work weekends, in addition to a flexible schedule in the event of severe weather, holiday fill-in coverage, etc.
• NWA Seal of Approval and/or AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) designation or intent to work toward certifications.
• Related military experience will be considered

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

WGAL-TV, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate serving the Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lebanon and York, PA market has an immediate opening for a Meteorologist / Weather Reporter. We’re looking for both expertise and personality. You understand the science, and you also understand that great weather coverage is about connecting with people. You can explain why tomorrow’s forecast matters, be a trusted voice when severe weather threatens, confidently report from the middle of a developing weather story, and bring energy and curiosity to a community event.