Meteorologist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WCBD TV in Charleston, SC is seeking a Meteorologist to forecast weather, produce and anchor reports across platforms, and deliver clear, engaging content for news consumers. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Meteorology, English fluency, and 2+ years of weather experience, with strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to respond to severe weather events.

The station emphasizes accuracy and community service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or related field.
• Fluency in English and strong communication skills.
• Minimum two years’ experience preferred in weather reporting or anchoring.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.
• Ensures that weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Writes and delivers weather stories clearly and concisely.
• Assists in writing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content.
• Responds to breaking 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.
• 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

English fluency

Excellent communication

Forecasting

Team leadership

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology

Tools

Weather software

Job description

WCBD TV is an NBC Affiliate Station owned by Nexstar Media Inc. We are located in the beautiful Lowcountry area of Charleston, SC. Charleston is known for its warm weather, friendly people, charming downtown, outstanding food, beautiful beaches, and so much history.

The Meteorologist forecasts 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.
• Baron experience a plus
• Minimum two years’ experience preferred in weather reporting or anchoring.
• 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 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.

Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation. Nexstar’s platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers, while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities for advertisers and brands across all screens and devices. Learn more at www.Nexstar.tv.

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