Weekend Morning Meteorologist

Forum Communications Co.; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clothing allowance for on-air

Monthly cell phone assistance

Hair and makeup allowance for on-air

On-site employee workout room

Generous PTO and holiday benefits

Job summary

Forum Communications Co. in Fargo, ND seeks a meteorologist to lead weekend morning weather coverage and occasionally fill in on other newscasts. You will create forecasts for the StormTracker Weather App and our digital platforms.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and severe weather events. Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or related field required.
• Exceptional writing, communication and organizational skills.
• Able to operate weather graphics systems and forecasting software.
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of forecasting and weather pattern analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily forecast information.
• Forecast, produce and present weathercasts with clear storytelling.
• Issue warnings and alerts with graphics during severe weather.
• Maintain social media presence and update digital platforms.
• Collaborate with producers to determine relevant weather content.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Communication

Forecasting

Multitasking

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Meteorology

Job description

WDAY, the number #1 station located in the Fargo, ND-Moorhead, MN metro area, broadcasts across the entire state of North Dakota, Western Minnesota, and Eastern South Dakota. WDAY is an award-winning station, taking home multiple Emmy awards as well as regional and national Edward R Murrow awards in recent years. They produce more live, local sports coverage than anyone in the region, and are the proud home of North Dakota State University Athletics and North Dakota High School Activities State Tournaments. WDAY is part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th-generation family-owned media company, and produces over 40 hours of local news, weather, and sports content each week, making them the most watched news station in the state of North Dakota and Western Minnesota.

Job Summary

This full-time position will lead our weather coverage during our weekend morning newscasts, with opportunities to fill in on other newscasts throughout the week. You’ll also create and deliver forecasts for the StormTracker Weather App and our growing lineup of digital platforms.

Essential Functions

• Prepare daily forecast information.
• Participate in public speaking events on behalf of the company.
• Update websites and social media pages with weather information.
• Be able to work varying shifts to cover severe weather events.
• Be able to perform under stressful situations when covering severe weather.
• Forecast, produce and present clear and concise weathercasts which tell a story and connect with viewers.
• Issue warnings and alerts, producing graphics and maps and reporting live during weather events.
• Maintain a social media presence.
• Work with producers daily to determine relevant weather content during severe weather.
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.

Non-Essential Duties And Functions

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

In the Upper Midwest, no two forecasts are alike. From tornadoes and severe thunderstorms to blizzards, flooding and extreme cold, you’ll cover it all across North Dakota, Minnesota and South Dakota. We’re looking for a meteorologist who enjoys tracking storms for every season, communicates with confidence and wants to be part of a team dedicated to keeping viewers informed when weather matters most.

Our StormTracker team uses The Weather Company’s Max system, including Max Reality, giving you the tools to deliver engaging, informative and visually compelling weather coverage across all platforms.

What WDAY Offers

• A collaborative weather team with a strong mix of experienced meteorologists and emerging talent.
• Clothing allowance for on-air employees.
• Monthly cell phone assistance.
• Hair and makeup allowance for on-air employees.
• On-site employee workout room.
• Generous PTO and holiday benefits, with up to 23 paid days off in your first year.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance, plus a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Meteorology or related field.
• Exceptional writing, communication and organizational skills.
• Able to operate computer systems used for making and displaying weather graphics.
• Able to work well with others, under pressure and with strict deadlines.
• In Depth knowledge of forecasting.
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts.

Expected compensation for this role is between $38,000 - $42,000, based on qualifications and experience.

About The Company

Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we’re so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest’s leading media organizations, we’re driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.

Forum Communications Company offers the following to all Full-Time and 32-Hour Benefited employees:

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.