Weekend Meteorologist/Weekday Reporter at WLIO – Lima, Ohio

Your Hometown Stations is seeking a Weekend Meteorologist / Weekday Reporter to join our 3-person weather team in Lima, Ohio. This is a dynamic, hybrid role ideal for someone who is passionate about weather and enjoys storytelling both in the studio and out in the field.

The successful candidate will deliver weekend forecasts while also contributing as a weekday reporter, helping serve our northwest and west central Ohio viewers across multiple platforms.

Essential Functions:

• Deliver accurate and engaging weathercasts during weekend evening newscasts (6PM & 11PM – NBC affiliate)
• Provide live weather reports both in-studio and from the field
• Generate and present forecasts across broadcast, web, and social platforms
• Post daily weather updates to the website and social media channels
• Report news stories during the week, including shooting, writing, and editing content
• Collaborate closely with the weather team and newsroom staff to ensure consistent, high-quality coverage

Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science or related is required
• Experience: Minimum 1-3 years of experience with weather systems such as WSI Max.

Core Competencies:

• Energetic, outgoing on-air presence with strong communication skills
• Passion for weather and ability to connect with viewers
• Strong forecasting ability and comfort covering severe weather
• Ability to ad-lib and go live in breaking situations
• Team-oriented mindset - collaboration is essential
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and potential field reporting
• Ability to shoot, write, and edit news and weather content
• Strong digital and social media skills
• Proficiency with complex computer-driven weather production systems such as IBM Weather Systems
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and all social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)

Working Conditions and Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Some Benefits at Your Hometown Stations:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid paternity leave
• 401(k) eligibility with company match
• Opportunities for growth within a multi-network newsroom
• Hands-on experience in a market where weather coverage truly matters
• Supportive, team-focused culture

If you’re ready to grow your career in a role that blends forecasting and reporting - and want to be part of a collaborative, community-focused newsroom - apply today.