Meteorologist
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Creative Arts/Media
Broadcasting, Journalism
Are you ready to join a weather department in one of the most dynamic weather markets in the country? KSNW TV in Wichita, KS, is looking for a talented Meteorologist who is ready to take their skills to the next level. Top notch forecasting and radar skills must be matched by great communication skills, a learning attitude, and a positive style.
Our new Meteorologist will also need to be enthusiastic about competing in the digital realm, including podcasts, social media and traditional posting to our website. Knowledge of Baron systems is a plus. BS in Meteorology or equivalent required. AMS/CBM and/or NWA Seal preferred. Minimum of two years of professional broadcast meteorology experience required. If you are looking for a place to make a difference, and you have the experience, the enthusiasm, and the human touch in your on-camera presentation, we want to hear from you.
Anchors weather casts and can handle continuous severe weather coverage in the heart of Tornado Alley.
PrincipalDuties & Responsibilities:
- Forecasts and prepares weather products across all platforms, including television and digital platforms
- Anchors weather casts on KSN and affiliated newscasts
- Anchors severe weather coverage and produces special content as required for severe weather
- Actively develops content for social media, podcasts and other digital platforms to inform and engage viewers and grow audience
- Plays an active and visible role in the community
- Rock solid forecasting skill and love of meteorology
- Outstanding real time Dual Pol Doppler Radar interpretation skills
- Dynamic, personable, genuine on-air performance skills
- Knowledge and grasp of the fast-changing world of digital world and delivering weather content across multiple platforms
- Excellent people skills to ensure smooth and productive working relationships both internally and externally
- Positive leadership skills to create and maintain cohesive weather team
- Fluent in English, Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
- Familiarity with Baron broadcast meteorology systems a plus.
- Willingness to learn and gain expertise a must.
- BS in Meteorology or equivalent required.
- Transcripts will be required.
- AMS/CBM and/or NWA Seal required or the ability to obtain your seal both preferred.
- Minimum of two years of professional broadcast meteorology experience required.
Physical Requirements:
- This position requires the occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.
- Work may be conducted in extreme outdoor weather conditions.
- Position requires long hours, work on weekends, evenings and holidays.
- High stress environment with deadline pressures.
- Some travel may be required.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people.
Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, News Nation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and , are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property.
For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
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