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LocationJackson, MS, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
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Professional or schooling on-air experience handling breaking news and severe weather coverage
In-depth knowledge of weather science and forecasting
Dynamic on-air presence with a conversational weather presentation
Knowledgeable about how to interpret and translate high-powered radar data
Experience with common television weather systems
Experience with live field reporting on weather and other topics
NWA and CBM seals are a plus
Related military experience will be considered
In-person attendance is required
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Emotional wellness support
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Lgbtq+ health services
Local News Meteorologist
16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS., has an opening for an experienced Meteorologist. We are looking for a Meteorologist who knows the science and can tell a relatable weather story. You will be an accurate forecaster, keep our viewers and employees safe, convey appropriate tone, summarize complicated information, and stay calm in all situations. You will report to our News Director.
Responsibilities
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Get our viewers ready with accurate, compelling, and understandable weather forecasts
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Will provide urgent, immediate weather information before and during severe weather events
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Can simultaneously provide content on TV, for our radio partners, and on our digital platforms
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Will use all the technology available to us, to tell an intriguing weather story
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Will be deployed in the field during weather events
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Gather information and summarize facts and content for broadcast
Requirements
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Professional or schooling on-air experience handling breaking news and severe weather coverage
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In-depth knowledge of weather science and forecasting
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Dynamic on-air presence with a conversational weather presentation
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Knowledgeable about how to interpret and translate high-powered radar data
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Experience with common television weather systems
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Experience with live field reporting on weather and other topics
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NWA and CBM seals are a plus
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Related military experience will be considered
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In-person attendance is required
Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst’s benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
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Medical | Dental | Vision
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401(k) matching
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Emotional Wellness Support
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Paid Time Off
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Paid Parental Leave
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LGBTQ+ Health Services
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Additional benefits to meet your and your family’s needs
*Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry’s premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
Legal
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.*