Weather Anchor (Meteorologist)

WDIV/ClickOnDetroit/Graham Digital
Detroit, MI
WDIV is seeking an engaging, dynamic, and knowledgeable Meteorologist with a passion for weather forecasting and a keen interest in serving the community. This role is perfect for a weather enthusiast who is not only proficient in the scientific aspects of meteorology but also excels in telling compelling weather stories that connect with our consumers on a personal level. We are dedicated to providing our communities with exceptional weather coverage they can trust. We believe in the power of transparency, community focus, and innovative storytelling to enhance our weathercasts and digital content. By joining our team, you will play a crucial role in keeping people informed and safe, while also exploring creative ways to report on the impact of weather and climate change in our communities.

Position overview

The Meteorologist will be an essential member of our weather team, responsible for providing accurate, compelling, and understandable weather forecasts across multiple platforms, including TV, digital, streaming, mobile, and social media. This position involves detailed weather analysis, live reporting, and active community engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver accurate and compelling weather forecasts, paying special attention to severe and inconvenient weather that impacts our consumers’ lives.
  • Produce creative and engaging weather reports using state-of-the-art graphics and pre-production elements, adding value across all platforms.
  • Utilize process language to explain the “why” behind your forecasts, stories, and the relevance to the audience.
  • Demonstrate trustworthiness, authenticity, and empathy both on-air and within the community.
  • Actively contributes content to station platforms online and on social media, establishing a strong feedback/engagement loop with the audience.
  • Conduct live field reporting for various events, including but not limited to scheduled newscasts, unscheduled cut-ins, breaking news, and severe weather coverage.
  • Represent the station by making public appearances at station-sponsored events, engaging with the community and promoting station branding and initiatives.
  • Provide urgent, immediate weather information from the studio and the field.
  • Develop and maintain close ties with the community by engaging with local individuals, venues, and participating in community events.

Key Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in meteorology.
  • Prior years’ on-air experience, including severe weather coverage experience.
  • Proficient in WSI and Barons weather systems.
  • Proven track record of accuracy in weather forecasting.
  • Strong on-air presence with an engaging personality and conversational weather presentation.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to hand track and appear in chromakey for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to shoot videos with a cell phone
  • Knowledge of newsroom computer systems, smartphone technology, and social media platforms.
  • Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to represent the station positively in the community.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in meteorology.
  • CBM seal
  • Bilingual abilities, especially in Spanish, are considered a strong asset.

Location :

550 W Lafayette Blvd

Detroit, MI 48226

Interested candidates, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Jen Wallace, News Director at [email protected].

Click HERE to download and complete employment application .

No Phone Calls Please

WDIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WDIV will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.
Posted 2025-09-08

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