On-Call Meteorologist: Severe Weather & Live Field Reporting

Hearst Television, Inc.; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearst Television in Salinas, CA seeks a high-energy meteorologist with a strong science background to tell relatable weather stories on air, radio, and digital platforms. The role requires accurate forecasting, field reporting during severe weather, and the ability to translate radar data and graphics into clear broadcasts for a diverse audience.

Bachelor’s in Meteorology; AMS/CBM preferred; on-air experience required; competitive pay and benefits.

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.

Responsibilities

• Get viewers ready with accurate, compelling, and understandable weather forecasts.
• Provide urgent, immediate weather information before and during severe weather events.
• Provide content on TV, for radio partners, and on digital platforms.
• Utilize technology and graphics to tell an intriguing weather story.
• Be deployed in the field during weather events.
• Gather information and summarize facts for broadcast.

Skills

Meteorology

On-air experience

Radar interpretation

WSI graphics

Forecasting

Live field reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Meteorology

AMS CBM seal preferred

Tools

TV weather systems

Job description

Hearst Television in Salinas, CA seeks a high-energy meteorologist with a strong science background to tell relatable weather stories on air, radio, and digital platforms. The role requires accurate forecasting, field reporting during severe weather, and the ability to translate radar data and graphics into clear broadcasts for a diverse audience.

Bachelor’s in Meteorology; AMS/CBM preferred; on-air experience required; competitive pay and benefits.