Multiplatform Weather Meteorologist & Storyteller

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. operates Ozarks First in Springfield, MO and seeks a full-time Meteorologist to join our weather team. You will deliver accurate forecasts across TV, web, social media, and our streaming app, tracking severe weather with clarity and speed.

The role emphasizes engaging storytelling, on-air delivery, and digital-first content, including updating weather stories on ozarksfirst.com and social channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in meteorology or atmospheric sciences.
• 1–2 years of on-air TV weather experience preferred.
• Proficiency with modern weather graphics systems (e.g., WSI/The Weather Company).
• AMS or NWA seal of approval is highly desirable.
• Must be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during severe weather.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multi-platform content: TV, web, social, and streaming app.
• Own the weather story: track storms and weather systems with precision.
• Engage with viewers and translate meteorological data into clear information.
• Provide urgent, calm on-air coverage during severe weather events.
• Deliver weather segments on Ozarks First+, update ozarksfirst.com, and post on social channels.

Skills

On-air weather presentation

Digital storytelling

Viewer engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in meteorology or atmospheric sciences

Tools

Weather graphics systems (WSI/The Weather Company)

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. operates Ozarks First in Springfield, MO and seeks a full-time Meteorologist to join our weather team. You will deliver accurate forecasts across TV, web, social media, and our streaming app, tracking severe weather with clarity and speed.

The role emphasizes engaging storytelling, on-air delivery, and digital-first content, including updating weather stories on ozarksfirst.com and social channels.