
Website WCSC-TV
The Lowcountry's News Leader
WCSC is searching for a meteorologist to join our outstanding and experienced weather team. Charleston is a busy weather market with opportunities to track tropical and tornadic events. As part of our 5-person meteorology team, the successful candidate will do on-air weather and traffic all five days of their workweek. The shift will be determined, in part, by the level of experience.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
• Analyze raw scientific data, models, and other available and relevant information to create an accurate weather forecast for our viewing area
• Create a compelling, conversational presentation of weather forecast for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media audiences
• Accurately forecast and track severe weather
• Communicate with news staff to inform editorial decision-making
• Build and present traffic maps to coordinate with and complement weather coverage
• Front occasional live shots from the field during community events
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, or related field
• Demonstrated mastery of digital and social media strategy
• Excellent time management skills and an ability to prioritize tasks and information under pressure are required
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have scheduling flexibility
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter, and references
WCSC, 2126 Charlie Hall Blvd, Charleston, SC 29414