METEOROLOGIST

METEOROLOGIST — LOCAL 3 NEWS

Local 3 News (WRCB-TV) in Chattanooga, TN is looking for a dynamic, engaging Meteorologist to join

our Local 3 Weather Team. We’re seeking a personable, professional communicator who is passionate

about weather and science, thrives in a team environment, and is eager to connect with our audience

across all platforms.

Forecasting in the Tennessee Valley is uniquely challenging, covering diverse terrain across four

states and 17 counties. From severe storms and high heat to snow and ice, you’ll see it all.

This is a high-impact role where you will forecast and deliver weather for our newscasts while

contributing throughout the week on-air, online, and on social media. From severe storms to snow,

you’ll play a key role in keeping our community informed, prepared, and safe.

As a central member of our weather team, you’ll be involved in everything from forecasting and

storytelling to graphics production, field reporting, and long-form weather explainers. The ideal

candidate embraces new technology, thinks creatively about weather coverage, and brings energy to

every platform.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver accurate, engaging weather forecasts in a conversational style across TV,

digital, and streaming platforms

Anchor weather segments for newscasts and contribute to severe coverage as needed

Produce content for Local3Now and other digital platforms

Create clean, compelling, and informative graphics to tell the weather story Provide severe weather

coverage, including breaking into programming when necessary

Report live in the field as needed during impactful weather and station sponsored events

Write, update, and publish content for the website, mobile apps, and social media daily

Research, pitch, and develop creative weather segments and explainers Collaborate with the weather

team and newsroom on coverage planning and special projects

Fill in on other shifts as needed

Make community appearances and represent the station at public events

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or a related field 1–3 years of on-air

meteorology experience

Strong understanding of forecasting and the ability to communicate complex weather information

clearly

Proficiency with weather graphics systems (Baron experience is a plus) and newsroom computer

systems

Experience creating content for digital and social platforms Strong communication and teamwork

Skills

Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a news vehicle Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. is an equal

opportunity employer.

If interested, please email News Director Perry Pace at [email protected]