Meteorologist — WWBT-TV, Richmond, VA (DMA)
Position Summary
WWBT, Richmond's #1 news team, is seeking a dynamic and engaging meteorologist to join our First Alert Weather Team. The successful candidate must be a team player who can develop forecasts that are accurate, timely, and compelling across on-air broadcasts and digital platforms for the Richmond, Virginia market.
Key Responsibilities
· Produce and deliver daily weather forecasts for newscasts (weekday and/or weekend assignments as scheduled).
· Track, interpret, and communicate weather conditions using radar, satellite, model data, and local observations.
· Provide authoritative breaking/severe weather coverage, including wall-to-wall coverage when required.
· Create weather graphics and explain complex meteorology in an accessible, viewer-friendly way.
· Publish frequent digital updates (web/app/social), including short-form video and push-alert style messaging.
· Develop weather-related enterprise content (seasonal preparedness, climate/local impact explainers, community safety).
· Participate in community outreach (school visits, station events)
· Follow all station editorial standards, brand guidelines, and applicable policies.
Required Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science or related field (or equivalent experience).
· Demonstrated on-air experience forecasting and presenting weather (reel/links required).
· Strong understanding of forecast models, radar interpretation, and severe weather operations.
· Ability to communicate clearly and confidently in high-pressure, live environments.
· Proficiency with weather systems/graphics (e.g., WSI, Baron, Weather Central) and newsroom tools.
· Strong writing and editorial judgment for digital and social platforms.
Apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings
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