Meteorologist

Nexstar Media Group•Buffalo, NY

16d

About The Position

The Meteorologist forecasts weather conditions and produces and anchors weather reports for all platforms in a clear, engaging, and meaningful manner. The role ensures weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality, writes and delivers concise weather stories, and contributes to weather programming and other content through writing, copy editing, research, and coordination. The Meteorologist responds to breaking or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations, works with the weather team to develop comprehensive coverage, participates in promotional activities and public appearances, and completes special projects and other assigned duties. The position also includes writing daily local-forecast web stories and interacting with viewers and users on social media.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Fluency in English.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to ad lib when required.
Minimum five years’ experience in weather reporting or anchoring; the amount may vary depending on market size.
Superior on-air presence.
Experience guiding, directing, and motivating others.
Ability to identify others’ developmental needs and coach, mentor, or otherwise help them improve their knowledge or skills.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and other office equipment.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to listen effectively to understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
Strong understanding of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

Forecast weather conditions.
Produce and present weather reports for all platforms.
Ensure weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
Write and deliver weather stories clearly and concisely.
Assist with writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating weather programming and other content.
Respond to breaking or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
Work closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage.
Participate in promotional activities, including public appearances.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Write daily web stories detailing the local forecast.
Interact with viewers and users on social media sites.