Chief Meteorologist - Kgns

Chief Meteorologist – KGNS

Gray Media is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation’s largest owner of top‑rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of U.S. television households. Its portfolio includes 77 markets with a top‑rated television station and 100 markets with a first or second‑highest‑rated station, as well as the largest Telemundo affiliate group with 43 markets and nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV households.

Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency, and other production facilities such as Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, Power Nation Studios, Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

KGNS+ is looking for a full‑time Chief Meteorologist to lead our weather team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in meteorology, broadcasting, and team leadership, and will be able to prepare and deliver accurate weather forecasts, create engaging content across newscasts and digital platforms, and serve as a community outreach ambassador through classroom visits, live reporting, and public events.

• Analyze weather data and prepare detailed forecasts.
• Prepare graphics to support weather presentations.
• Maintain a flexible schedule for severe weather scenarios.
• Lead and mentor a team of meteorologists, guiding them on presentation style and forecast accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with news management on content strategy.
• Create and post content for digital platforms and the CTV Desk.

• Degree in meteorology.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a broadcast meteorologist.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Experience leading an on‑air weather team.
• Creative skills in graphic design and presentation.
• Proven ability to forecast weather accurately.
• Proficiency with digital and social media platforms.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Storm‑tracking experience is a plus.

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local nondiscrimination laws in every location where it has facilities. This policy applies to all employment terms, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with an employee’s ability to perform their duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

the Gray Media careers site. Current employees can apply via the Gray-TV Ulti Pro self‑service portal.