Chief Meteorologist

Job Description

CHIEF METEOROLOGIST

Fort Worth, TX

KTVT-TV, the CBS owned and operated station in Dallas-Fort Worth (#4 market) has a rare opening for a multi-platform Chief Meteorologist! The ideal candidate will enjoy forecasting unpredictable weather extremes: tornadoes, ice storms, and dangerous heat.

The candidate should have experience in live-tracking tornadoes or severe thunderstorms while in continuous coverage for hours. We are a First Alert Weather station, and the candidate must be able to deliver accurate and compelling weather stories/graphics that live up to the brand. We are dedicated to meeting viewers where they are. The candidate will lead our linear and digital weather coverage with a heavy focus on our streaming platform, CBS Texas. Strong social media and web presence are essential.

The candidate will also be required to write and report weather-related stories for newscasts periodically. The candidate will lead a team of expert meteorologists and storm chasers using the latest weather technology (WSI and Baron). Experience with AR/VR is a plus.

The Chief Meteorologist will also be responsible for recruiting, training, and making public appearances.

Successful candidates must have at least 5 years of on-air weather casting experience within a TV Station.

Must have a degree in meteorology or related science. A CBM is preferred.

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting's television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-pk81ve-18-190-176-26-42 in your application.