Meteorologist Wtvy

About Gray Media:

Today we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia. We are the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 such markets as measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies and the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WTVY:

WTVY News4 is the #1 local media organization producing news weather and original content for the Wiregrass region of Alabama Florida and Georgia. Located in downtown Dothan AL WTVY has been the areas favorite local broadcaster since 1955. News4 takes pride in our winning culture and reputation as the Hometown News Leader. Leadership is about more than being the most popular. Come see how were embracing our responsibilities to promote prosperity in the Wiregrass for all. Experience the energy of Dothans impressive economic growth while still enjoying a very comfortable cost of living.

Job Summary/Description:

WTVY is looking for a staff meteorologist to join our award-winning First Alert Weather Team. This meteorologist will work closely with the Chief Meteorologist news managers and producers to provide comprehensive weather coverage for our newscasts streaming updates digital and social content and severe weather coverage.

The right fit for this position will be a dynamic engaging team player who understands the importance of weather and is able to clearly communicate on every platform. We are equipped with the latest MAX software with an impressive weather camera network.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are 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 the weather forecast for broadcast streaming digital and social media audiences
- Identify and communicate the weather story of the day to a cross-platform audience
- Accurately forecast and track severe weather
- Meteorologist with digital responsibilities

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Meteorology or related degree from an accredited college or university preferred but will consider candidates in pursuit of those degrees who have practical on-air forecasting experience
- Operational radar knowledge and excellent command of the WSI MAX system preferred
- BS/BA in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Communications/Journalism or equivalent background. Seals of the National Weather Association and/or American Meteorological Society are preferred but not necessary
- Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts especially considering the unpredictable nature of weather events though working hours will generally occur during weekdays
- Proficiency in producing written weather content for our digital platforms
- A clean driving record the ability to drive in various weather conditions and a valid drivers license are requirements for this position

If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to you may type in the job title station call letters or click on apply now upload your resume cover letter and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WTVY-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.