Weekend Meteorologist & Digital Weather Producer

Gray Local Media, Inc; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

WIS News 10 in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking an energetic, digitally savvy Weekend Meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather team. The role combines strong meteorology with a digital-first approach for broadcast, streaming, and social storytelling.

You will produce accurate forecasts, deliver live field reports, and create engaging weather content across TV, apps, and social platforms. Proficiency with WSI MAX and the ability to handle severe weather with calm, decisive authority are

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of on-air and digital broadcast meteorology experience.
• Demonstrated track record of creating engaging video content for digital, OTT, and social platforms.
• Hands-on proficiency with WSI MAX.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiplatform storytelling across broadcast, OTT/streaming, mobile apps, and social channels.
• Drive digital engagement with quick-turn videos, live digital updates, and interactive radar breakdowns.
• Own the Midlands Forecast for Columbia and surrounding Midlands region.
• Command severe weather coverage with urgency and calm authority on air and online.
• Deliver digital-only shows and discussions on streams and podcasts.

Skills

On-air meteorology

Digital content creation

Live reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science

Tools

WSI MAX

Job description

WIS News 10 in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking an energetic, digitally savvy Weekend Meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather team. The role combines strong meteorology with a digital-first approach for broadcast, streaming, and social storytelling.

You will produce accurate forecasts, deliver live field reports, and create engaging weather content across TV, apps, and social platforms. Proficiency with WSI MAX and the ability to handle severe weather with calm, decisive authority are