Chief Meteorologist
Core
Lead a weather team to deliver daily engaging weathercasts, severe weather coverage, and original content across television, mobile, and social media platforms for the Midland-Odessa area.
Role type
Senior IC Chief Meteorologist (News Director level)
Builds
Daily weathercasts, severe weather coverage, and original weather content for TV and digital audiences
Domain
Local news broadcasting / Meteorology
Required skills
Meteorology forecasting, severe weather coverage, on-air reporting, team leadership, strategic planning, social media management, graphics technology coordination, community outreach
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Social media platforms (Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube), multiplatform newsgathering tools, weather graphics technology
Responsibilities
Create and implement strategic direction for weather coverage; Supervise the weather team and schedules; Interact live with audiences during severe weather; Coach and mentor the weather team; Develop plans for severe weather coverage; Pitch and create original weather content; Participate in community outreach efforts
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities