Meteorologist - SN

About the Role

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Are you fascinated by the fast-paced world of weather news? Do you want to deliver forecasts that are vital to keeping your community safe and informed? Apply to be a Meteorologist at Spectrum News.

Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased, and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.

Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when, and where they want it.

• Provide accurate weather forecasting to keep our audience safe and informed.
• Create compelling, timely, and accurate content across traditional and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with a team to tell weather stories on TV, connected television, and digital platforms.

• Experience forecasting and presenting weather casts – 2+ years, working knowledge of TV weather graphics systems.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of synoptic meteorology, tropical and radar.
• Ability to anticipate situations, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm in dealing with breaking news.
• Travel Ability:
  Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community.
• Schedule:
  
  Ability to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news" and severe weather emergencies. Willing and able to work weekends and holidays.

• National Weather Association (NWA) and/or the AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) seal.
• Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and basic non-linear editing systems.
• May be required to lift up to five pounds.

• Works inside a climate-controlled environment throughout the year, however will be assigned to field duties as necessary.
• Works in an open newsroom setting with a semi-noisy environment.
• Communicates in person, by phone, and by email.
• Materials and equipment used: various studio, weather forecasting, and news gathering television equipment, computers, and computer-related equipment.

Salary: $45,000 - $50,000.

We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well‑being at every stage of life.

Louisville, KY

Seniority level:
Entry level |

Employment type:

Full‑time | Job function:
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology | Industry: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans. Learn about Life at Spectrum.