Meteorologist​/MSJ

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

Meteorologist:
Anchor the weather for weekend shows and other newscasts; prepare and deliver accurate weather reports on-air and online in a conversational manner; track storms with the latest technology and report live from the field; create original content for FOX 61 + streaming platform.

Multiskilled Journalist:
Create compelling content for all FOX 61 platforms—from TV to digital to social media; find, develop and pitch quality news stories every day; shoot, write, and edit assigned stories under deadline pressure; present stories in a captivating and authentic manner.

• Develop story ideas, write, shoot, and edit news stories for on-air, streaming on FOX 61 + and
• Write in an exciting, captivating, and authentic manner
• Enterprise original news and weather content for our streaming platform
• Deliver on‑air news events in an engaging, compelling, and accurate manner
• Pitch work‑ahead stories and coordinate with a team to develop a plan for impact
• Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on X, Facebook, and Instagram
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time‑pressure deadlines
• Present the weather in our weekend newscasts and as needed on other shifts
• Provide accurate and compelling weather forecasts on multiple platforms
• Prepare and deliver severe weather updates, interrupting regular programming as necessary
• Update website and engage with viewers on social media platforms daily
• Work in the field, on special projects and other duties as assigned
• Make public appearances and attend community events
• Operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations

• Degree in Meteorology and/or Broadcast Journalism with demonstrated weather experience or equivalent experience as a television weather on‑air talent
• Understanding of the principles of professional journalism
• Experience in photojournalism, video editing and content management systems
• Strong social media skills
• Knowledge of ENPS, Edius and Axis graphics a plus
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, early mornings and holidays
• Fill in for Meteorologists on various days and shifts to cover vacation and time off
• Provide forecast information to the station’s website, social media and news ticker as required

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. Medical, dental and eye care coverage, fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, nine paid holidays, and virtual healthcare services are included. Some positions may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement, in which case benefits may differ.

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.