Weekend Weather Reporter & AR Forecasts

Sinclair Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSYX/WTTE in Central Ohio is seeking a dynamic Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter to join our award-winning weather team. You’ll deliver accurate forecasts, report on weather-driven news, and contribute across TV, streaming, and digital platforms.

You’ll use Central Ohio’s AR weather presentation system, develop enterprise weather stories, and collaborate with newsroom leadership to drive engaging, safe, and informative coverage for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Produce and present weathercasts on TV and digital channels.
• Utilize market-exclusive augmented reality weather system to create immersive weather presentations.
• Report from the field on weather events, breaking news, and enterprise stories affecting Central Ohio.
• Develop original weather-related and environmental stories beyond the daily forecast.
• Collaborate with newsroom leadership to identify stories where weather intersects with public safety, transportation, infrastructure, health, agriculture, and community life.
• Deliver calm, confident coverage during severe weather and other high-impact events.
• Create weather content for digital, social, streaming, and mobile platforms daily.
• Write and update forecasts for websites, apps, and social media.
• Shoot, write, and edit stories as needed.
• Explain complex weather clearly for viewers.
• Develop graphics to enhance storytelling and viewer understanding.
• Participate in community appearances and public outreach events.
• Fill in on weekday newscasts and other shifts as needed.

Job description

WSYX/WTTE in Central Ohio is seeking a dynamic Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter to join our award-winning weather team. You’ll deliver accurate forecasts, report on weather-driven news, and contribute across TV, streaming, and digital platforms.

You’ll use Central Ohio’s AR weather presentation system, develop enterprise weather stories, and collaborate with newsroom leadership to drive engaging, safe, and informative coverage for diverse audiences.