Weather & News Multimedia Journalist

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Meteorologist Reporter to report, shoot, write and edit weather and news stories across air, online and social platforms.

You will present forecasts, respond to severe weather, and collaborate with the weather team to build comprehensive coverage for multiple platforms. The role includes daily web storytelling, engagement with viewers on social media, and a three-day-per-week MMVJ reporting component.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Entry level to 2 years’ experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred.
• Must be able to shoot video and perform non-linear editing.
• Ability to write story from beginning to end.
• Knowledge of ENPS helpful.
• Proficiency with Barron’s Radar is helpful.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot, write and edit weather/news reports across multiple platforms.
• Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms.
• Respond to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations.
• Work closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
• Write web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis.
• Interact with viewers and users on social media sites.
• MMVJ portion includes reporting three days a week.
• Post on the web and social media.

Skills

Weather reporting

Video shooting

Non-linear editing

Storytelling

Deadline-driven

Multitasking

Communication

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field

Tools

ENPS

Barron’s Radar

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Meteorologist Reporter to report, shoot, write and edit weather and news stories across air, online and social platforms.

You will present forecasts, respond to severe weather, and collaborate with the weather team to build comprehensive coverage for multiple platforms. The role includes daily web storytelling, engagement with viewers on social media, and a three-day-per-week MMVJ reporting component.