Job Posting Title:
KGO - Weather Anchor
Req ID:
Job Description:
Job Summary:
KGO-TV/ABC7 Eyewitness News, the ABC-owned television station in San Francisco, also serving Oakland and San Jose is seeking an accredited meteorologist or experienced weather anchor to prepare and present daily weather forecasts for newscasts, on digital and social platforms. The meteorologist/weather anchor will use weather software systems to create and present forecasts for various newscasts. This role will also create forecasts for digital and social platforms and for the KGO-TV/ABC7 Eyewitness News 24/7 live stream. The successful candidate will provide live coverage during significant weather events and breaking news situations, delivering clear, accurate, and engaging information across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms.
This is a full-time position that may require flexibility in scheduling and assignments across multiple dayparts, including mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and significant weather or breaking news coverage.
This position is covered under SAG-AFTRA – KGO-TV Newspersons Agreement.
Responsibilities and Duties of the Role:
- Producing and presenting on-air forecasts
- Writing weather digital stories and engaging with social media audiences
- Reporting from the field during weather events or weather stories
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience reporting weather on-air.
- Candidates should have a solid resume reel showing superior on-camera presentation.
Basic Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the San Francisco Bay Area
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Meteorology degree
Preferred Certification:
The hiring range for this SAG-AFTRA position in San Francisco, CA is $90,948 - $180,000 per year. 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.
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:
San Francisco, CA, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-09-04
