Multi-Platform Meteorologist & Severe Weather On-Air Host

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a dynamic Meteorologist to deliver accurate forecasts across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms in Charleston, SC. You will be learning from renowned Chief Meteorologist Rob Fowler and delivering engaging weather content to a wide audience.

The role requires a degree in Meteorology or related field, English fluency, and a track record of clear communication and timely weather reporting. Flexibility for extended hours and events is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills.
• Minimum two years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring preferred.
• Strong on-air presence with ability to handle severe weather.
• Ability to coach, mentor and guide others in a newsroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce and present weather reports for all platforms, including streaming.
• Ensure weather content meets newsroom standards and quality.
• Write and deliver engaging weather stories with clear explanations.
• Create weather graphics and digital content to enhance storytelling.
• Respond to severe weather and urgent newsroom situations as required.
• Collaborate with Weather and digital teams for timely updates across platforms.
• Produce/weather content for counton2.com, WCBD+, social channels, and other platforms.
• Host live streams for severe weather coverage and weather-focused programming.
• Participate in promotional events and engage with viewers on social media.

Skills

Excellent communication

On-air presence

Mentoring others

Meet deadlines

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or related field

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a dynamic Meteorologist to deliver accurate forecasts across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms in Charleston, SC. You will be learning from renowned Chief Meteorologist Rob Fowler and delivering engaging weather content to a wide audience.

The role requires a degree in Meteorology or related field, English fluency, and a track record of clear communication and timely weather reporting. Flexibility for extended hours and events is expected.