WEEKEND meteorologist

PIX11 News is seeking a full-time meteorologist for weekend evening weather presentations across all platforms. The role involves preparing accurate forecasts, collaborating with the team for continuity, and delivering energetic, easy-to-understand weather information. The meteorologist will translate complex weather data for viewers and users, provide continuous coverage during severe weather, and produce platform-specific content for broadcast, digital, and social media.

Must Have

• Produce and deliver accurate weekend weather forecasts
• Communicate complex weather information clearly and calmly
• Provide continuous coverage during severe weather
• Monitor weather models, alerts, radar, and real-time data
• Build and update daily weather graphics using WSI tools
• Create visual content for broadcast, streaming, web, and social platforms
• Produce platform-specific digital weather content
• Update the station’s website and apps with forecasts
• Create and host at least one 30-minute CTV show per week
• Coordinate with the news team on severe weather planning
• Maintain and troubleshoot weather equipment, graphics systems, and software

Good to Have

• AMS or NWA certification (or progress toward certification)

The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for accurate and timely weekend evening weather presentations across all platforms, and support the weather department (digital, field, in-studio) during the week. The meteorologist is responsible for preparing the forecast, working well with others on the team to ensure public-facing forecasting continuity, and delivering an energetic and easy-to-understand weather presentation. The role requires an ability to translate complex weather data into clear, useful information for viewers and users.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

Forecasting & On-Air Presentation

• Produce and deliver accurate weather forecasts for scheduled newscasts and cut-ins.
• Take complete ownership of PIX11 weather forecasting for weekends.
• Communicate weather information clearly and calmly, with emphasis on utility for viewers.
• Provide continuous coverage during severe weather, staying on-air as needed until the threat passes.
• Monitor weather models, alerts, radar, and real-time data to adjust forecasts throughout the day.
• Build and maintain rapport with other on-air members.

Graphics & Content Production

• Build and update daily weather graphics using WSI tools and equipment.
• Create visual content tailored for broadcast, streaming, web, and social platforms.
• Maintain consistency in look, tone, and accuracy across all graphics and products.
• Collaborate with producers on segment needs, weather story framing, and data integration.

Digital, Streaming & Social Media

• Produce platform-specific weather content, including short video hits, explainers, and storm updates.
• Update the station’s website and apps with forecasts, maps, and weather blogs.
• Track and respond to viewer questions across social platforms when appropriate.
• Participate in livestreams and breaking weather updates on digital and CTV (OTT) platforms.
• Create and host at least one 30-minute CTV show per week.

Team Collaboration

• Coordinate with the news team on severe weather planning and daily coverage priorities.
• Participate in editorial meetings to outline weather impacts for the day and week ahead.
• Work with the digital team to package weather information for maximum reach and clarity.
• Support community outreach efforts such as school visits, preparedness events, and station initiatives.

Operational Duties

• Maintain and troubleshoot weather equipment, graphics systems, and related software.
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations and station policies.
• Keep detailed records of weather events when required for follow-up reporting or viewer inquiries.
• Contribute to long-term planning for weather coverage, seasonal trends, and special content features.

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or related field.
• AMS or NWA certification preferred (or progress toward certification).
• Minimum 5 years on-air experience in a professional newsroom environment in a top-35 market station.
• Strong understanding of weather forecasting models, radar interpretation, and climate trends.
• Proficiency with weather graphics systems (e.g., WSI).
• Excellent verbal communication skills and sound editorial judgment.
• Ability to work under pressure during severe weather, breaking news, and tight deadlines.
• Availability for early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended severe weather coverage.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain a collaborative approach with all internal stakeholders.

Salary: $130-150k