Meteorologist - WFXT TV

Cox Media Group Inc

Dedham, MA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Atmospheric Sciences, Broadcast Journalism, Broadcasting, Entertainment and Media, Forecasting, Graphical Presentations, Industry/Trade Press, Journalism, Leadership, Meteorology, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Newsroom, Social Media, Storytelling, Streaming Technology, Television Broadcasting, Time Management
LOCATION
Dedham, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Location: MA-Boston Job Title: Meteorologist - WFXT TV

Position Overview Boston 25 News is seeking an experienced, dynamic Broadcast Meteorologist to join our award-winning weather team serving the Boston television market. We are looking for a seasoned forecaster who brings strong on-air experience and a clear, authoritative delivery to our breaking weather coverage. The ideal candidate has a digital-first mindset and connects authentically with viewers on-air and online.

New England is one of the most challenging and impactful weather markets in the country. From nor'easters and blizzards to severe thunderstorms and tropical systems, the Boston 25 Weather Experts play a critical role in keeping viewers safe and informed. Please submit your resume, link to demo reel (including breaking weather coverage), and examples of digital/social content.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Deliver clear, accurate, and engaging forecasts across multiple daily newscasts
  • Provide confident, in-depth coverage during severe and breaking weather events
  • Contribute to storm tracking and team coverage during high-impact weather
  • Create and publish timely, compelling content for digital, app, streaming, and social platforms
  • Produce weather explainers and enterprise content that enhances viewer understanding
  • Utilize WSI weather systems to build visually compelling graphics and presentations
  • Collaborate with newsroom leadership to integrate weather coverage across all platforms
  • Represent the station at community events and public appearances

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science
  • Active AMS Seal of Approval (CBM or CDM preferred)
  • Minimum 3-5 years of on-air broadcast meteorology experience (major or competitive mid-major market preferred)
  • Proven experience covering severe weather and extended storm events
  • Strong working knowledge of WSI systems
  • Excellent live presentation, ad-libbing, and storytelling skills
  • Demonstrated digital-first approach, including social media and app engagement
  • Flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays, may be required, along with participation in an on-call rotation

This is an on-site, in-station role in the Boston 25 Newsroom

Preferred Qualifications

  • Active AMS Seal of Approval (CBM or CDM preferred)
  • Minimum 3-5 years of on-air broadcast meteorology experience (major or competitive mid-major market preferred)

About Cox Media Group

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves.

The companys businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMGs TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations.

For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

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About the Company

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Cox Media Group Inc


The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is owned by Cox Media Group, an
integrated broadcasting, publishing, direct marketing and digital media
company that includes the national advertising rep firms of Cox Reps.
Additionally, CMG owns Cox Target Media, which operates Valpak, one
of North America's leading direct marketing companies, and Savings.com,
a leading online source for savings.

CMG's 2012 revenue was $1.9 billion. The company's operations
currently include 19 broadcast television stations and one local cable
channel, 87 radio stations, eight daily newspapers and more than a dozen
non-daily publications, and more than 100 digital services.

CMG currently operates in more than 30 media markets and reaches
approx. 52 million Americans weekly, including more than 32 million TV
viewers, more than 4 million print and online newspaper readers, and 18
million radio listeners. Click here to learn more about Cox Media Group.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Printing and Publishing
FOUNDED
2009
WEBSITE
http://www.ajc.com