Reporter/Broadcast Meteorologist - KIRO TV

Cox Media Group, LLC.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

KIRO 7 News in Seattle, part of Cox Media Group, is seeking a dynamic Reporter/Broadcast Meteorologist to join our award-winning news and weather team for Seattle and Western Washington. You will bring a strong on-air presence and forecasting expertise, with a digital-first mindset that connects with viewers both on television and online.

The role blends general assignment reporting with weather coverage, requiring engaging storytelling, smart use of graphics, and the ability to handle breaking

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or meteorology, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of on-air broadcast experience.
• Experience covering severe weather events and storms.
• Proficient with WSI weather systems.
• Strong live presentation and storytelling abilities.
• Digital-first approach with social media and app engagement.
• Flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling stories across platforms.
• Deliver forecasts across daily newscasts.
• Cover severe weather events confidently.
• Manage breaking news under pressure.
• Publish timely content for digital, app, streaming, social platforms.
• Produce weather explainers and enterprise content.
• Use WSI to build graphics and presentations.
• Collaborate with weather, newsroom, and digital teams.
• Represent the station at community events.

Skills

On-air reporting

Weather forecasting

Social media engagement

Live presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism/meteorology

Tools

WSI weather systems

Job description

Location:WA-Seattle

Job Title: Reporter/Broadcast Meteorologist - KIRO TV

Position Overview

KIRO 7 News is seeking a dynamic News Reporter/Broadcast Meteorologist to join our award-winning news and weather team for Seattle and Western Washington. We are looking for a dynamic on-air presentation and a strong forecaster who also brings and a clear, authoritative delivery to breaking weather coverage. The ideal candidate has a digital-first mindset and connects authentically with viewers on-air and online.

The job will feature a mix of general assignment reporting and forecasting. Being a social media dynamo is also a major plus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Proven track record of creating compelling and engaging stories across multiple platforms
• Deliver clear, accurate, and engaging forecasts across multiple daily newscasts
• Provide confident, in-depth coverage during severe and breaking weather events
• Ability to perform well under pressure, experience managing breaking news and meeting strict deadlines
• Create and publish timely, compelling content for digital, app, streaming, and social platforms
• Produce weather explainers and enterprise content that enhances viewer understanding
• Utilize WSI weather systems to build visually compelling graphics and presentations
• Collaborate with weather team, newsroom, and digital media personnel to integrate weather coverage across all platforms
• Represent the station at community events and public appearances

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or meteorology atmospheric science, or equivalent education and work experience
• Minimum 3 years of on-air broadcast experience
• Proven experience covering severe weather and extended storm events
• Strong working knowledge of WSI systems
• Excellent live presentation, ad-libbing, and storytelling skills
• Demonstrated digital-first approach, including social media and app engagement
• Flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Active AMS CBM or Seal of Approval and/or NWA Seal of Approval, or ability to gain certification/seal within reasonable time frame

The wage scale for this position is $34.50 per hour to $43.00 per hour.

Benefits for Full-Time roles include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family (i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment)
• Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options
• Full-time hourly employees are eligible to earn up to 176 hours of PTO inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law.
• Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Up to eight (8) paid holidays & two (2) floating holidays throughout calendar year 2026
• Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• All other benefits required by applicable law

About Cox Media Group

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 17 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit

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