Weekend Morning Meteorologist: Live Forecasting & Alerts

WPEC; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WPEC is seeking a Meteorologist to join our morning news team. The Meteorologist will present weather forecasts during the weekend morning newscasts and work three days a week on the morning show, providing accurate and engaging weather coverage on air and across our digital platforms.

The role includes forecasting, producing and presenting weather casts, issuing warnings, creating graphics, reporting live during events, and engaging audiences on social media.

Qualifications

• Requires a weather-focused degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to forecast and present weather clearly.
• Experience presenting weather on air preferred.

Responsibilities

• Forecast, produce and present clear, concise weather casts that tell a story.
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics/maps, and report live during weather events.
• Utilize social media during severe weather and write weather stories.
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station.
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content for breaking and everyday situations.

Skills

Live shots

Forecasting

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

WPEC is seeking a Meteorologist to join our morning news team. The Meteorologist will present weather forecasts during the weekend morning newscasts and work three days a week on the morning show, providing accurate and engaging weather coverage on air and across our digital platforms.

The role includes forecasting, producing and presenting weather casts, issuing warnings, creating graphics, reporting live during events, and engaging audiences on social media.