Morning Meteorologist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Colorado Springs, CO

80d • $75,000

About The Position

We’re looking for a fun, upbeat Morning Meteorologist to join our award-winning Morning Show in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado who can help our viewers start their day informed, prepared, and smiling. If you thrive on connecting with your community, making complex forecasts relatable, and turning local weather into a great story, we want you on our team! And if you love a forecasting challenge, this is one of the top spots in the nation. As they say in Colorado, 'if you don’t like the weather, just wait 20 minutes because it will change'.

Requirements

• A degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, or related field.
• Proven on-air experience delivering weathercasts that connect and engage.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills — you make the science relatable.
• A positive, team-first attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced morning environment.
• Familiarity with the latest forecasting tools and digital weather platforms.
• Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Produce and present engaging, accurate weather and occasional news reports across all platforms.
• Write and deliver weather stories in a clear, conversational, and approachable style, not over-the-top, but full of warmth and authenticity.
• Ensure all weather and news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Collaborate with producers and the morning team to keep the show fun, informative, and true to its mission: sending people out the door with a smile.
• Bring energy and creativity to storytelling whether it’s sunshine or snow, you make viewers care about what’s happening outside.

Benefits

• A career path to grow your professional experiences.
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, and employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees