Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Weather Anchor/Meteorologist to join our team. This role is responsible for preparing and delivering accurate, engaging, and conversational weather reports on-air , online, and on social media in Spanish. The ideal candidate is a strong team player with a passion for storytelling, innovation, and connecting with local audiences across platforms.

You will play a critical role in severe weather coverage , from forecasting and creating compelling graphics to reporting from the field. A solid understanding of the Max weather graphics system is required

Key Responsibilities:

• Present accurate and engaging weather reports that connect with and captivate viewers.
• Create innovative, hyper-local forecasts tailored for multiple platforms (TV, web, social media).
• Produce clean, creative, and informative graphics to visually tell the weather story.
• Write, edit, and report weather content both in the field and in the newsroom.
• Collaborate with producers to deliver complete and cohesive weather coverage.
• Provide live severe weather updates, including breaking into regular programming and maintaining coverage on streaming platforms.
• Develop unique, localized daily weather story ideas.
• Represent the station at weather-related and community events.
• Post regular social media updates, particularly during severe weather.
• Provide weather coverage for other markets as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a TV meteorologist or weather anchor.
• Hold an AMS CBM, AMS Seal of Approval, or NWA Seal of Approval , or ability to begin certification within 3 months of hire.
• Fluent in Spanish (written and spoken); strong Spanish-language communication skills required.
• Proficiency with the Max weather graphics system is required
• Skilled in using forecasting tools, including Doppler Radar, satellite imagery, weather models to develop forecasts and build compelling weather stories.
• Strong on-air presence with the ability to ad-lib effectively under pressure , especially during breaking weather news.
• Competence in posting to digital platforms and social media.
• Able to write, produce, and present both weather-related news and feature stories.
• Experience creating weather specials and segments.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willing and able to work extended hours, weekends, holidays , and varying shifts.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Sacramento, CA.

Additional Requirements

• *  **Required On-Site** : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
  

  • This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $75,000 - $95,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.