Story-Driven Meteorologist and Reporter for Severe Weather

American Meteorological Society; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

American Meteorological Society seeks a Meteorologist/Reporter to present weekend weather forecasts and produce compelling weather-related stories three days a week for WWMT/ARC West Michigan. The role focuses on accurate forecasts, engaging storytelling, and contributing to severe weather coverage across multiple platforms.

The ideal candidate will have strong on-air delivery, a digital-first mindset, and the ability to shoot, write, and edit as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology is required.
• 2 years' weather presentation experience preferred.
• Strong on-air delivery and ability to tell weather stories across platforms.

Responsibilities

• Forecast, produce and present weathercasts with clear storytelling.
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics/maps, and report live during weather events.
• Deliver calm, confident coverage during severe weather and other high-impact events.
• Create original weather content for digital and social platforms.
• Write and update forecasts for multiple platforms.
• Pitch weather-related stories and develop contacts in the field.
• Ability to shoot, write and edit as needed.
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station.
• Fill-in on weekday newscasts and other shifts as needed.

Skills

Forecasting skills

Weather judgment

Severe weather coverage

Storytelling (weather)

Live shots

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Tools

Video editing

Graphics & maps production

Job description

American Meteorological Society seeks a Meteorologist/Reporter to present weekend weather forecasts and produce compelling weather-related stories three days a week for WWMT/ARC West Michigan. The role focuses on accurate forecasts, engaging storytelling, and contributing to severe weather coverage across multiple platforms.

The ideal candidate will have strong on-air delivery, a digital-first mindset, and the ability to shoot, write, and edit as needed.