The Media Relations Manager will lead and execute proactive and strategic media relations efforts that elevate AccuWeather’s global brand, reinforce our position as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, and amplify our mission of saving lives and protecting property. The Media Relations Manager will report directly to the Vice President of Corporate Communications and will have one direct report, the Media Relations Supervisor.

This role is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with national, regional, and trade media; securing high-impact coverage; shaping compelling narratives around AccuWeather’s Superior Accuracy™, products, innovation, leadership, and enterprise solutions; and supporting executive visibility. The Media Relations Manager will serve as a key spokesperson and strategic advisor, ensuring consistent, timely, and accurate messaging across earned media channels in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategies aligned with corporate priorities, product launches, major weather events, research releases, partnerships, and company milestones
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with reporters, editors, producers, and influencers across national, business, technology, science, trade, and broadcast media
• Draft, edit, and oversee the distribution of press releases, media advisories, statements, talking points, FAQs, and executive messaging
• Lead proactive media outreach to secure coverage highlighting AccuWeather’s Superior Accuracy™, innovation, thought leadership, AccuWeather For Business solutions, and the AccuWeather Network
• Serve as a primary media contact and spokesperson; manage inbound inquiries and coordinate interviews with executives, meteorologists, and subject matter experts
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure message alignment and maximize media impact
• Manage communications during significant weather events and time-sensitive situations
• Monitor media coverage, analyze results, and provide reporting and insights to leadership
• Support executive visibility initiatives and thought leadership opportunities
• Maintain organized media lists, press materials, messaging documents, and coverage archives
• Work with external PR agencies or vendors as needed
• Be available to work outside of normal business hours, including nights and weekends, as needed based on company needs and events
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
• 2-4+ years of progressive experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications
• Proven track record of securing national and top-tier media coverage
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Experience serving as a spokesperson and managing media inquiries
• Strong understanding of AP Style and media best practices
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, particularly during high-profile weather events

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in broadcast, science, technology, or weather-related communications
• Familiarity with media monitoring and distribution tools
• Experience supporting executive communications and thought leadership platforms
• Background working with B2B and B2C brands

Skills & Competencies:

•  Strategic thinker able to translate complex scientific and technical information into compelling media narratives
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities
• Calm, decisive, and solutions-oriented under pressure
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
• High level of professionalism and sound judgment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools

ABOUT ACCUWEATHER

AccuWeather, recognized and documented as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has saved over 12,000 lives, prevented injury to over 100,000 people, and saved companies tens of billions of dollars through better planning and decision-making.

Billions of people around the world rely on AccuWeather’s proven Superior Accuracy™ across our consumer digital platforms. AccuWeather.com is the #1 weather destination and one of the top 100 most-visited websites in the world, and our award-winning AccuWeather app delivers detailed real-time forecasts to millions of smartphones.

AccuWeather forecasts also appear on digital signage, in 700 newspapers, are heard on over 400 radio stations, and viewed on 100 television stations. The AccuWeather Network and AccuWeather NOW® reach an audience of over 125 million on cable and streaming platforms including DirecTV, Charter Communications - Spectrum, Verizon, Philo, Frndly TV, Comcast’s Xfinity X1 and Xfinity Stream, Roku, Xumo, Rockbot, LG, and Amazon Freevee.

AccuWeather For Business serves more than half of the Fortune 500 companies and thousands of other businesses and government agencies globally.

Dr. Joel Myers, Founder and Executive Chairman, established AccuWeather in 1962 and is considered the “father of modern commercial meteorology.” Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been called “the most accurate man in weather” by The New York Times and has been recognized as one of the top entrepreneurs in American history by Entrepreneur’s Encyclopedia of Entrepreneurs. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

AccuWeather is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
AccuWeather is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to human.resources@accuweather.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

The Media Relations Specialist will support and execute proactive media relations initiatives that elevate AccuWeather’s global brand, reinforce our position as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, and amplify our mission of saving lives and protecting property. Reporting directly to the Media Relations Manager, this individual will need to work collaboratively with other departments at the AccuWeather State College Headquarters.

This role will focus on publicist responsibilities, media pitching, and high-quality writing. The Media Relations Specialist will help secure impactful earned media coverage, draft compelling communications materials, and support executive and meteorologist visibility across national, regional, trade, and broadcast media. This position requires strong writing skills, attention to detail, media instincts, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment—especially during major weather events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft and edit press releases, media advisories, statements, talking points, FAQs, pitch emails, and other communications materials aligned with corporate priorities
• Lead day-to-day publicist activities, including proactive pitching, follow-ups, coordinating interviews, and building relationships with reporters, editors, producers, and assignment desks
• Support media outreach efforts tied to product launches, major weather events, research releases, partnerships, and company milestone
• Respond to inbound media inquiries in coordination with senior communications leadership
• Coordinate interviews and media opportunities for executives, meteorologists, and subject matter experts
• Assist in managing communications during significant weather events and time-sensitive situations
• Monitor media coverage daily, compile reports, track metrics, and identify opportunities to enhance AccuWeather’s visibility and thought leadership
• Maintain and update media lists, press materials, messaging documents, and coverage archives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other AccuWeather departments to support communications priorities
• Work with external PR agencies or vendors as needed
• Be available to work outside of normal business hours, including nights and weekends, as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
• 1–3+ years of experience in media relations, public relations, journalism, or corporate communications
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with demonstrated experience drafting press materials
• Experience pitching media and supporting publicist efforts
• Strong understanding of AP Style and media best practices
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Comfort working in time-sensitive, high-pressure situations

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in broadcast, science, technology, or weather-related communications.
• Familiarity with media monitoring and distribution tools.
• Experience working with both B2C and B2B brands.
• Background supporting executive or subject matter expert media engagement

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent storytelling ability with strong attention to accuracy and detail
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Highly organized with strong time management abilities
• Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
• Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools

ABOUT ACCUWEATHER

AccuWeather, recognized and documented as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has saved over 12,000 lives, prevented injury to over 100,000 people, and saved companies tens of billions of dollars through better planning and decision-making.

Billions of people around the world rely on AccuWeather’s proven Superior Accuracy™ across our consumer digital platforms. AccuWeather.com is the #1 weather destination and one of the top 100 most-visited websites in the world, and our award-winning AccuWeather app delivers detailed real-time forecasts to millions of smartphones.

AccuWeather forecasts also appear on digital signage, in 700 newspapers, are heard on over 400 radio stations, and viewed on 100 television stations. The AccuWeather Network and AccuWeather NOW® reach an audience of over 125 million on cable and streaming platforms including DirecTV, Charter Communications - Spectrum, Verizon, Philo, Frndly TV, Comcast’s Xfinity X1 and Xfinity Stream, Roku, Xumo, Rockbot, LG, and Amazon Freevee.

AccuWeather For Business serves more than half of the Fortune 500 companies and thousands of other businesses and government agencies globally.

Dr. Joel Myers, Founder and Executive Chairman, established AccuWeather in 1962 and is considered the “father of modern commercial meteorology.” Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been called “the most accurate man in weather” by The New York Times and has been recognized as one of the top entrepreneurs in American history by Entrepreneur’s Encyclopedia of Entrepreneurs. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

AccuWeather is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
AccuWeather is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to human.resources@accuweather.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

The Corporate Communications Intern will support AccuWeather’s global communications efforts by assisting in the development, coordination, and distribution of internal and external communications. This role helps strengthen AccuWeather’s brand visibility, supports key company announcements, and contributes to storytelling efforts that highlight AccuWeather’s mission, products, and leadership. The intern will gain hands-on experience in media relations, content creation including executive social media content, corporate messaging, and cross-departmental collaboration within a fast-paced, high-impact communications environment.

The internship also must be completed onsite at AccuWeather Headquarters in State College, PA.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in drafting, editing, and reviewing press releases, internal announcements, media statements, and other communication materials.
• Support proactive media outreach by preparing media lists, monitoring coverage, and identifying opportunities to elevate AccuWeather’s brand and thought leadership.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitive news, and relevant topics to inform communications strategy.
• Help develop content for corporate channels, including newsletters, intranet posts, executive messaging, and social media as needed.
• Coordinate logistics for communications campaigns, events, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Assist with daily media monitoring and prepare reports summarizing coverage and insights.
• Maintain organized communication assets including messaging documents, press materials, and coverage archives.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, AccuWeather Network, and other internal teams to support communications priorities.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

 QUALIFICATIONS 

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Media Studies, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively.
• Familiarity with media, communications principles, and AP Style.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous internship or project experience in communications, PR, or media.
• Experience with media monitoring tools, content management systems, or social media platforms.
• Interest in weather, science communication, or technology.

ABOUT ACCUWEATHER

AccuWeather, recognized and documented as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has saved over 12,000 lives, prevented injury to over 100,000 people, and saved companies tens of billions of dollars through better planning and decision-making.

Billions of people around the world rely on AccuWeather’s proven Superior Accuracy™ across our consumer digital platforms. AccuWeather.com is the #1 weather destination and one of the top 100 most-visited websites in the world, and our award-winning AccuWeather app delivers detailed real-time forecasts to millions of smartphones.

AccuWeather forecasts also appear on digital signage, in 700 newspapers, are heard on over 400 radio stations, and viewed on 100 television stations. The AccuWeather Network and AccuWeather NOW® reach an audience of over 125 million on cable and streaming platforms including DirecTV, Charter Communications - Spectrum, Verizon, Philo, Frndly TV, Comcast’s Xfinity X1 and Xfinity Stream, Roku, Xumo, Rockbot, LG, and Amazon Freevee.

AccuWeather For Business serves more than half of the Fortune 500 companies and thousands of other businesses and government agencies globally.

Dr. Joel Myers, Founder and Executive Chairman, established AccuWeather in 1962 and is considered the “father of modern commercial meteorology.” Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been called “the most accurate man in weather” by The New York Times and has been recognized as one of the top entrepreneurs in American history by Entrepreneur’s Encyclopedia of Entrepreneurs. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

AccuWeather is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
AccuWeather is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to human.resources@accuweather.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

AccuWeather is seeking a highly creative, strategic, and deeply collaborative Creative Writer to transform weather data, forecasts, and breaking storm coverage into powerful, memorable, and brand-aligned storytelling. This role operates within a highly cross-functional environment, working in close coordination with Corporate Communications, Forecast Operations, and Content teams, as well as partnering with meteorologists, on-air talent, digital producers, and marketing stakeholders. Success in this position depends on the ability to align with multiple departments, incorporate expert input, and execute against established messaging priorities—this is not a role operating independently, but one built on constant collaboration and shared direction.

The Creative Writer plays a critical role in translating complex meteorology into clear, trusted, and engaging narratives that inform, prepare, and inspire action for media partners, enterprise clients, and global consumers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Weather Storytelling & Narrative Development:

• Craft engaging, accurate, and brand-aligned descriptions of weather patterns, major storms, climate trends, and forecast developments.

• Translate complex meteorological concepts into clear, compelling, and consumer-friendly language.

• Develop creative angles and thematic storylines for major weather events (hurricanes, winter storms, severe outbreaks, heat waves, atmospheric rivers, etc.).

• Shape consistent terminology and descriptive frameworks for recurring forecast patterns and seasonal outlooks.

Public Relations & Media Support:

• Partner closely with the Public Relations team to ensure approved, brand-aligned weather descriptions and impact-driven language are consistently integrated across all external communications, including press releases, media pitches, spokesperson talking points, and media interviews.

• Support spokesperson preparation with impactful messaging that reflects AccuWeather’s authority and credibility.

• Generate media-ready narratives that position AccuWeather as the leading voice in forecast accuracy and severe weather insight.

Content & Network Collaboration:

• Partner with meteorologists and producers to script on-air segments, explainer pieces, and long-form weather features.

• Develop headlines, teases, segment descriptions, and digital story copy for web, app, OTT, and broadcast platforms.

• Create consistent storm naming explanations, forecast descriptors, and impact-driven phrasing for multi-platform distribution.

• Work closely with social and digital teams to produce concise, high-impact weather messaging optimized for rapid consumption.

Brand Voice & Innovation:

• Maintain and evolve AccuWeather’s authoritative, trustworthy, and forward-looking brand voice.

• Develop creative language that reinforces Superior Accuracy™ and the real-world impact of forecasts.

• Identify new ways to describe weather phenomena that are vivid, memorable, and scientifically sound.

• Contribute to internal language standards and terminology guidelines across departments.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing, or related field.

• Exceptional storytelling ability with strong command of tone, clarity, and audience targeting.

• Experience writing under deadline pressure, particularly in breaking news environments.

• Ability to distill complex or technical subject matter into accessible language.

• Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work across editorial, scientific, and executive teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in or familiarity with meteorology, climate, environmental science, or data-driven storytelling.

• Experience supporting executive communications or high-visibility media initiatives.

Skills & Competencies:

• Creative thinking grounded in accuracy and credibility.

• Crisis and breaking news responsiveness.

• Strategic messaging development.

• Multi-platform writing (broadcast, digital, social, PR).

• Brand voice stewardship.

• Executive-level communication support.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.

ABOUT ACCUWEATHER

AccuWeather, recognized and documented as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has saved over 12,000 lives, prevented injury to over 100,000 people, and saved companies tens of billions of dollars through better planning and decision-making.

Billions of people around the world rely on AccuWeather’s proven Superior Accuracy™ across our consumer digital platforms. AccuWeather.com is the #1 weather destination and one of the top 100 most-visited websites in the world, and our award-winning AccuWeather app delivers detailed real-time forecasts to millions of smartphones.

AccuWeather forecasts also appear on digital signage, in 700 newspapers, are heard on over 400 radio stations, and viewed on 100 television stations. The AccuWeather Network and AccuWeather NOW® reach an audience of over 125 million on cable and streaming platforms including DirecTV, Charter Communications - Spectrum, Verizon, Philo, Frndly TV, Comcast’s Xfinity X1 and Xfinity Stream, Roku, Xumo, Rockbot, LG, and Amazon Freevee.

AccuWeather For Business serves more than half of the Fortune 500 companies and thousands of other businesses and government agencies globally.

Dr. Joel Myers, Founder and Executive Chairman, established AccuWeather in 1962 and is considered the “father of modern commercial meteorology.” Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been called “the most accurate man in weather” by The New York Times and has been recognized as one of the top entrepreneurs in American history by Entrepreneur’s Encyclopedia of Entrepreneurs.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

AccuWeather is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. AccuWeather is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to human.resources@accuweather.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.