STREAMING METEOROLOGIST - KHNL

Gray Media is a leading multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, recognized as the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. Serving 117 full-power television markets that encompass approximately 37% of US television households, Gray Media commands a significant presence in the broadcasting industry. The company boasts ownership of the top-rated television station in 80 markets and holds the first and/or second highest-rated television stations in 100 markets across 116 measured by Nielsen in 2025. As a prominent player in the media sector, Gray Media’s portfolio also includes the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets, along with Gray Digital Media — a full-service digital agency that delivers cutting-edge digital marketing strategies nationwide and locally. Their media footprint further extends to video production companies like Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as studio production facilities including Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

Gray Media is committed to the well-being of its employees and their families, offering comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision coverage, health savings accounts with company contributions, paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy benefits, a 401(k) plan with matching and profit-sharing, employee assistance programs, voluntary insurance benefits, paid time off including relocation PTO, and other caring-focused initiatives.

The current opportunity is for a Streaming Meteorologist with Hawaii News Now, a part of Gray Media’s broadcast family, providing a unique and innovative role within one of the most respected weather teams in the country. This position is full-time, with a salary range between $70,000 and $90,000 annually, and typically operates during a Monday through Friday schedule, or as directed by management.

This role transcends the traditional meteorologist position by emphasizing dynamic weather communication across a variety of platforms, including broadcast, streaming, digital, mobile, and social media. The Streaming Meteorologist will join a highly skilled and collaborative weather team celebrated for excellence, innovation, and close community connections within the distinct forecasting environment of Hawaii. The role is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced and multi-platform environment and is eager to help shape the future of weather coverage through storytelling, technology, and audience engagement.

The Streaming Meteorologist will be responsible for delivering accurate and compelling weather forecasts tailored to diverse audiences across television, streaming, apps, and social platforms. The position requires creativity in developing and hosting specialty programming, including explainers, deep dives, and severe weather coverage using innovative digital-first formats. The candidate will also produce content for breaking coverage and enterprise reporting while building visually impressive weather presentations utilizing graphics, data visualization, and advanced weather technology.

In addition, the Streaming Meteorologist will collaborate closely with newsroom, digital, production, and weather team members to innovate and elevate the station’s coverage. The role involves quick and creative editing and packaging of digital content for streaming and online audiences, fostering audience growth through fresh ideas and understanding shifting viewer habits. Ideal candidates are strong communicators who can make complex weather information understandable and engaging, exhibit strong forecasting skills, and possess a spirit of innovation and teamwork.