KABC Meteorologist/Weather Reporter

About this role

Job Posting Title: KABC Meteorologist/Weather Reporter Req ID: 10157080 Job Description: ABC7 Los Angeles has an incredible opportunity for a certified Meteorologist who is a weather expert in the studio and in the field. The ideal candidate must be a dynamic journalist and storyteller. This person can forecast and analyze weather conditions and tell the weather story in the most compelling way with a focus on public safety and service. The ideal candidate is committed to working in tandem with the entire weather team and always working to best utilize and optimize our weather technology. This weather expert is constantly exploring ways to reinvent and reimagine how weather is presented on all platforms. The ideal candidate also has experience in AR/VR and crafting and producing unique and impactful graphics to enhance and elevate weather storytelling.

This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a company-designated location on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities : • Exceptional knowledge of the weather and how to communicate it across multiple platforms • Strong reporting, writing and interviewing skills • Be an expert in telling high impact stories in breaking weather coverage, and demonstrate that ability from the studio and in the field • Collaborate closely with weather team, producers and managers before, during, and after newscasts • Active in using social media for promotion and news gathering • Strong commitment to the community, expected to represent the station and participate at various community events

Basic Qualifications : • Certified Meteorologist • Ability to analyze and forecast weather information and identify significant atmospheric events • Skilled in using computer model data to produce accurate forecasts • Proficient in producing unique weather graphics • Experience anchoring weather segments and field reporting in multiple markets • Must work well under deadline pressure • Must have schedule flexibility and be willing to work weekends, mornings and holidays

Preferred Qualifications: • 4 years experience on air in major market • Ability to shoot, edit, and publish • Experience producing AR/VR weather elements • Experience with Adobe Premiere and Dalet • Knowledge of WSI system • Bilingual

Required Education: • Bachelor’s degree • Weather certification

Additional Info: Please include the link to your recent reel when submitting your application online.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $120,000 to $160,000 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Please apply online at www.abc7.com/jobs or send resume to: ABC7 Los Angeles, Attn: HR, Dept. 500 Circle Seven Drive, Glendale, CA 91201. Equal Opportunity Employer - Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Job Posting Segment: Owned TV Stations Job Posting Primary Business: Owned TV Stations All Primary Job Posting Category: Talent General Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Glendale, CA, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted: 2026-07-29

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