Reporter I, Meteorologist
nexstar· Nexstar Media Inc.
About this role
Ozarks First in Springfield, MO, has an immediate opening for a full-time Meteorologist to join our weather team. We are looking for an energetic, accurate, and digitally savvy storyteller who knows how to deliver weather coverage to our viewers where they are. From tracking severe spring storms to winter weather in the heart of the Ozarks, you will produce critical content for broadcast, digital platforms, and our streaming app.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver multi-platform content: Produce engaging, accurate weather forecasts for TV, web, social media, and our streaming app.
- Own the weather story: Track severe storms, winter weather systems, and daily hazards with precision and clarity.
- Connect with the community: Engage with viewers where they are, breaking down complex meteorological data into simple, conversational information.
- Severe Weather Coverage: Provide urgent, clear, and calm on-air coverage during tracking events.
- Digital First: Deliver weather segments on Ozarks First +, update weather stories on ozarksfirst.com, and provide weather content on social media channels constantly.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in meteorology or atmospheric sciences.
- Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of on-air television weather experience is preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with modern weather graphics systems (e.g., WSI/The Weather Company).
- Seal: AMS or NWA seal of approval is highly desirable.
- Availability: Must be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during severe weather.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This Reporter I, Meteorologist role at nexstar is based in MO, Springfield. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Reporter I, Meteorologist role at nexstar full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Reporter I, Meteorologist role in the Nexstar Media Inc. department at nexstar.
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When was the Reporter I, Meteorologist job at nexstar posted?
This Reporter I, Meteorologist position at nexstar was posted on Sep 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Reporter I, Meteorologist
nexstar
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