On-Call Meteorologist: Live Severe Weather & Field Reporting

Hearst Television; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearst Television is seeking an energetic meteorologist to deliver accurate, engaging weather forecasts across TV, radio partners, and digital platforms. You will tell compelling weather stories, stay calm under pressure, and keep viewers safe during severe weather events.

The role requires on-air experience, strong knowledge of weather science, and the ability to translate radar data into understandable forecasts. Field reporting will be necessary during weather events.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of weather science and forecasting.
• Proven on-air experience handling breaking news and severe weather.
• Dynamic on-air presence with a conversational weather presentation.
• Knowledgeable about interpreting high-powered radar data.
• Proficient in using weather graphics technology like WSI.
• Excellent forecasting and on-air skills.
• Strong organizational abilities; able to tell a compelling weather story.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate, compelling weather forecasts for TV, radio partners, and digital platforms.
• Provide urgent weather information before and during severe events.
• Tell weather stories using available technology and graphics.
• Be deployed in the field during weather events to gather information and report live.
• Summarize facts clearly for broadcast and online audiences.

Skills

On-air forecasting

Severe weather coverage

Radar interpretation

Communication

Field reporting

Education

Bachelor's in Meteorology or related field

CBM/AMS seal preferred

Tools

WSI graphics

Job description

Hearst Television is seeking an energetic meteorologist to deliver accurate, engaging weather forecasts across TV, radio partners, and digital platforms. You will tell compelling weather stories, stay calm under pressure, and keep viewers safe during severe weather events.

The role requires on-air experience, strong knowledge of weather science, and the ability to translate radar data into understandable forecasts. Field reporting will be necessary during weather events.