6abc/Wpvi - Meteorologist

Job Description

The original Action News is looking for a Meteorologist to help lead our weather coverage into the future. We're seeking a dynamic communicator who is passionate about weather, excels at storytelling, and can deliver impactful forecasts across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms.

The ideal candidate is a trusted journalist and team player who can translate complex weather information into clear, compelling content while prioritizing public safety during severe weather events. This person thrives in fast-paced environments, works collaboratively across the newsroom, and can confidently lead coverage in both the studio and the field.

Responsibilities
• Deliver accurate and engaging weather forecasts across television, streaming, digital, and social platforms.
• Lead severe weather coverage with a strong focus on public safety and audience impact.
• Report, write, shoot, edit, and produce weather and news content under deadline.
• Perform live reports from the field during breaking weather and major news events.
• Collaborate with newsroom teams to create compelling, audience-focused coverage.
• Maintain an active and engaging presence on social media and digital platforms.
• Represent the station at community events and public appearances.

Basic Qualifications
• Exceptional weather knowledge and the ability to communicate complex information clearly across multiple platforms.
• Strong storytelling, reporting, writing, and live presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-impact severe weather coverage in the studio and the field.
• Experience engaging audiences across linear, streaming, and digital platforms.
• Minimum 3 years of on-air meteorology experience.
• Strong commitment to community engagement and public service.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a top television market.
• Video shooting and editing experience a plus.

Required Education
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Broadcast Meteorology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

The hiring range for this position in Philadelphia is $140,000 to $160,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-5bp4oe-216-73-216-204-42 in your application.