Meteorologist

at Nexstar Media Group

Record last updated: 7/28/2026 5:03:02 AM

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Current Days Open
27
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$35,360.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$35,360.00 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
450
First Seen
3/12/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$33,000.00 (Yearly)
6/4/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$35,500.00 (Yearly)
6/4/2026

Full Job Description

KREX-TV in beautiful Grand Junction, Colorado has an immediate opening for an on-air Meteorologist. This is a full-time, Monday Friday weather position where you will produce content for television, digital and social platforms. Apply and include a link to your on-air work. You must demonstrate presentation skills which are clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers. Additional Job Description Must be well-versed in utilizing social media to post weather content which engages viewers and users. Writes web stories detailing the local forecast daily. Ensures that all weather content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content. Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required. Participates in promotional activities including public appearances. Performs special projects and other duties as assigned. Requirements & Skills: Bachelors degree in meteorology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. Fluency in English. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required. Proficiency with weather computer systems. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution. Strong understanding of the field of meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting. Valid drivers license with a good driving record. Flexibility to work any shift. Annual Salary: $35,360.00 or commensurate with experience ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits Retirement savings plan with company match Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire. #LI-Onsite SCAM ALERT: Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv. Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns Americas largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstars national television properties include The CW, Americas fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing News for All America, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Companys portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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