METEOROLOGIST (MORNING/NOON) - WHSV

FOX Carolina News•Harrisonburg, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you love weather, thrive in a team environment, and jump out of bed ready to tackle the day? If you’re a morning person who’s passionate about accurate, engaging forecasts and believes in giving viewers the 'First Alert' they need, WHSV in Harrisonburg, Virginia, could be your next great forecast! Nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, we have all four seasons—from winter storms to spring severe weather, summertime heat, and crisp fall changes. It’s an ideal market to challenge and grow your forecasting skills in a community that values local weather coverage. WHSV has been a proven springboard for meteorologists who’ve moved on to larger markets, including Washington, D.C., Richmond, Roanoke, Norfolk, Charlotte, Charleston, Tulsa, and The Weather Channel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science (or closely related field).
Must be a true morning person with no issue reporting to work by 3:00 a.m. consistently.
Proven on-air forecasting experience (morning show experience a plus) with a strong 'First Alert' weather mindset.
Embraces and champions the 'First Alert' weather brand, delivering urgent, trustworthy coverage when it matters most.
Ability to clearly explain impacts and timing of local weather.
Proficiency with weather systems/tools (WSI/The Weather Company), radar interpretation, and forecast models.
Strong live-TV skills: calm under pressure, decisive during breaking weather, and able to ad-lib smoothly.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills—able to make complex weather easy and engaging for viewers.
Digital-first strength: comfortable creating content for streaming, web, apps, and social, including short-form video.
Team-oriented, dependable, and able to thrive during extended severe weather coverage.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel as coverage demands.
Has strong verbal and written communication skills.
Bring a positive attitude! We strongly prefer candidates who lead with optimism and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

AMS Seal or NWA Seal preferred (or ability/willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

Deliver accurate, energetic weathercasts for morning newscasts, aligned with the 'First Alert' weather brand.
Monitor local weather conditions and issue 'First Alert' coverage quickly for severe or changing weather.
Build and update hourly, daypart, and extended forecasts with clear, viewer-friendly explanations.
Create compelling weather graphics and utilize data (radar, satellite, models) to support 'First Alert' decisions.
Help lead WHSV’s 2026 streaming growth goals, delivering 'First Alert' weather updates and on-camera content designed for streaming audiences and new digital-first formats.
Communicate breaking weather across platforms (TV, web, app, social) with consistent 'First Alert' messaging.
Coordinate with newsroom leadership so weather coverage drives show structure during impactful weather.
Provide live reports and extended coverage during severe weather and major events as needed.
Engage the community through school visits, station events, and digital interaction to strengthen trust in our 'First Alert' weather brand.
Maintain readiness and documentation for severe weather procedures, ensuring the team’s 'First Alert' response is reliable and timely.