Weekend Evening Meteorologist: Engaging, Accurate Forecasts

Hearst; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

Hearst's WTAE-TV in Pittsburgh is seeking a Weekend Evening Meteorologist to deliver accurate weather forecasts across TV, online and radio platforms. You will interpret radar data, communicate clearly with viewers, and stay calm during severe weather events while reporting from the field.

The right candidate will have strong on-air presence, a passion for weather storytelling, and experience with live field reporting and breaking news coverage.

Qualifications

• Three years of Television News experience preferred.
• Professional on-air experience handling breaking news and severe weather coverage.
• In-depth knowledge of weather science and forecasting.
• Dynamic on-air presence with a conversational weather presentation.
• Knowledgeable about interpreting high-powered radar data.

Responsibilities

• Weather data analysis and forecasting.
• Interpret radar information and data.
• Deliver accurate forecasts across multiple platforms.
• Provide urgent weather information during severe events.
• Ad lib weather information during breaking news and on-air reporting.
• Coordinate content for TV, radio, and digital platforms.
• Be deployed in the field during weather events.
• Summarize facts for broadcast and attend daily editorial meetings.
• Keep News staff updated on current conditions.

Skills

Weather forecasting

Radar interpretation

On-air presentation

Live field reporting

Breaking news handling

Tools

Weather systems

Job description

Hearst's WTAE-TV in Pittsburgh is seeking a Weekend Evening Meteorologist to deliver accurate weather forecasts across TV, online and radio platforms. You will interpret radar data, communicate clearly with viewers, and stay calm during severe weather events while reporting from the field.

The right candidate will have strong on-air presence, a passion for weather storytelling, and experience with live field reporting and breaking news coverage.