METEOROLOGIST - WWBT

About Gray Media

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WWBT

WWBT 12 On Your Side is the Gray-owned NBC-affiliated television station located in Richmond, serving Central Virginia and beyond; embodying excellence, innovation, and community commitment. We fulfill our “On Your Side” brand promise through quality news, programming, and information across all media platforms. Richmond (DMA 56), the capital of Virginia, is located on the incredible James River and offers a wide range of cultural and historical attractions.

Job Summary/Description

• 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)

Qualifications/Requirements

• 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.