Contributing Meteorologist (Contract)

The role

You will provide forecast analysis, write-ups, and on-camera or video explanations. You will strengthen forecasting and weather coverage on a flexible, contract basis.

What you will do

• Interpret model guidance and produce clear, accurate forecast discussions and outlooks
• Write and explain weather stories for article, video, and social
• Staff the severe weather desk during high-impact events including some nights, weekends, and holidays
• Lead with what people actually need to know
• Work with editorial, video, product, and the Head of Meteorology
• Follow forecasting methodology, verification, and QC standards

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or a closely related field
• 5-10 years of professional experience in forecasting or meteorology for general consumers
• Significant severe weather or high-impact event coverage
• Solid working knowledge of numerical weather prediction models, forecasting tools, and verification methods
• Clear, confident communication of complex weather information to non-technical audiences
• Comfort working in a fast-moving, event-driven environment
• Self-directed and dependable

Nice to have

• On-camera or on-air experience
• Professional certification or membership (for example, AMS or NWA)
• Experience putting AI tools to work to speed up workflows

About the company

The Weather Company is the world’s leading weather provider. It reaches hundreds of enterprise clients and more than 360 million monthly active users via its digital properties.