Meteorologist - Spectrum News NECN

Charter Communications; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive pay and benefits package

Incentive-based compensation

Career building opportunities

Job summary

A leading media company is seeking a Meteorologist to provide impactful weather forecasts for the New England region. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in weathercasting and possess a Bachelor's degree in Meteorology. Responsibilities include creating compelling weather stories and engaging with the community. The position offers a competitive salary between $100,000 and $140,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in forecasting and presenting weathercasts.
• Strong knowledge of synoptic meteorology and radar.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and easy-to-understand weather forecasts.
• Work collaboratively with a team to create compelling content.
• Travel to cover significant stories and engage with the community.

Skills

Weather forecasting

Presentation skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Community engagement

Enthusiasm for breaking news

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Tools

TV weather graphics systems

Non-linear editing systems

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Are you fascinated by the fast-paced world of weather news? Do you want to deliver forecasts that are vital to keeping your community safe and informed? Apply to be a Meteorologist at Spectrum News NECN.

Spectrum News NECN covers MA, NH, ME, VT, RI, and CT. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.

Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We're committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when, and where they want it.

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

As a Meteorologist, you'll primarily focus on weather forecasting. By providing easy-to-understand weather updates, you'll help our audience stay safe and informed. You'll be part of a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely, and accurate content to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.

WHAT OUR METEOROLOGISTS ENJOY MOST

• Combining data and science with the power of storytelling
• Providing our audiences with high-quality, informative, easy-to-understand weather forecasts
• Creatively telling weather stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital

As part of Spectrum News NECN, you're creative, highly technical, and ready to bring your community's stories to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is fast-paced in a constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. If you're a nimble, passionate team player, you'll find a home on our team.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS NECN

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Experience forecasting and presenting weathercasts – 2+ years, working knowledge of TV weather graphics systems
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Meteorology
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of synoptic meteorology, tropical and radar
• Skills: Ability to anticipate situations, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities
• Abilities: Demonstrate enthusiasm in dealing with breaking news
• Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Schedule: Ability to work different shifts or longer shifts due to breaking news and severe weather emergencies. Willing and able to work weekends and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• National Weather Association (NWA) and/or the AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) seal
• Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and basic non-linear editing systems
• May be required to lift up to five pounds

Working Conditions

• Works inside a climate-controlled environment throughout the year, however will be assigned to field duties as necessary
• Works in an open newsroom setting with a semi-noisy environment
• Communicates in person, by phone, and by email
• Materials and equipment used: various studio, weather forecasting, and newsgathering television equipment, computers, and computer-related equipment

A qualified applicant's criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

The base pay for this position generally is between $100,000.00 and $140,000.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

Here, our employees don't just have jobs, they're building careers. That's why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.