Morning Meterologist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Morning Meteorologist at Nexstar Media Group, Inc. will forecast weather conditions and produce and anchor weather reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

Responsibilities include producing and presenting weather reports, writing weather stories, coordinating weather programming, responding to severe weather events, and collaborating with the weather team to deliver comprehensive coverage across platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and spoken communication.
• Minimum five years’ weather reporting or anchoring experience.
• Superior on-air presence and ability to guide and mentor others.
• Proficiency with office equipment and ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produces and presents weather reports for all platforms.
• Writes and delivers weather stories clearly and concisely.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming.
• Responds to breaking/severe weather events and urgent newsroom situations.
• Works with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
• Interacts with viewers on social media and participates in promotional activities.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

On-air presence

Forecasting experience

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology

Job description

The Morning 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.