Hi, I’m
Chris Still
Meteorologist
North Augusta,SC
Summary
Energetic, dynamic meteorologist with 20+ years of experience providing high-precision, accurate weather forecasts relatable and entertaining to any audience. AMS and NWA Seals of Approval. Accurate, adaptable and professional; skillful in analyzing weather data, preparing severe weather plans and producing weather graphics to explain forecasts.
Overview
27
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
WRDW-TV (Market 110), Augusta, GA
Meteorologist
06.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Use WSI MAX to perform weekend weather segments and fill in on other shifts when needed.
- Regularly talk to local second, fourth and sixth grade school groups about school weather curriculum and careers in meteorology
- Constantly looking for ways to keep the "weather story" fresh using innovative and creative graphics.
- Mentor junior meteorologists in best practices for on air presentation, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on professional growth opportunities.
Meybohm Real Estate, Augusta, GA
Licensed Real Estate Agent
12.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Negotiate favorable contract terms for clients by leveraging market knowledge and strong interpersonal skills.
- Manage transaction timelines to ensure deadlines were met and deals closed on time, leading to satisfied clients and repeat business.
- Educate clients on changing or updating properties, buying, and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal
- Collaborated with mortgage professionals to ensure a smooth financing process for clients, resulting in successful transactions.
- Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings
WSPA-TV (Market 37), Greenville-Spartanburg, SC
Meteorologist
12.2017 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Weekend and fill-in meteorologist
- Posted daily weather information to social media platforms to keep public informed
- Utilized cutting-edge graphics to provide enjoyable and easy-to-understand forecasts for viewers.
WAGT-TV (Market 110), Augusta, GA
Chief Meteorologist
12.2011 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Streamlined communication with news team for timely weather updates, ensuring accurate reporting to the public.
- Collaborated with fellow meteorologists to ensure consistency in forecasting methodology and presentation across platforms.
- Maintained, organized and tracked weather event data using Baron VIPIR Radar
- Posted daily weather information to social media platforms to keep public informed
- Scheduled and performed community outreach through public appearances, school visits and station tours to increase station awareness.
WBTW-TV (Market 102), Myrtle Beach, SC
Meteorologist
06.2005 - 12.2011
Job overview
- Anchored morning and noon weather segments
- Reported live in the field during landfalling tropical systems
- Served as spokesperson for "Talkin' Trash" recycling partnership between WBTW and Horry County Schools
- Served as lead graphics designer for the weather department using industry leading WSI Truview MAX software.
- Maximized operational efficiency by providing technical guidance on equipment maintenance and calibration procedures.
- Participated in industry conferences to remain current on emerging trends and developments within the field of meteorology.
WMAZ-TV (TEGNA), Macon, GA
Meteorologist
05.2000 - 05.2005
Job overview
- Anchored morning and noon weather segments
- Operated computer graphic equipment to produce weather reports and maps for analysis
- Scheduled and performed community outreach through public appearances, school visits and station tours to increase station awareness
- Anchored more than 150 live weather segments from on location at local events such as the fair, football games, and festivals.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts through educational presentations and workshops, promoting awareness of meteorology concepts.
Alabama Department Of Environmental Management, Montgomery, AL
Meteorologist
04.1997 - 05.2000
Job overview
- Issued daily forecasts for ground level ozone and particulate matter based synoptic, mesoscale, and microscale forecast weather conditions
- Reviewed and conducted dispersion air quality modeling to project whether future industry would meet federal standards for air quality
- Collaborated with environmental engineers pertaining to the issuance of air quality permits or violations to Alabama industry
- Regularly gave presentations on behalf of the State of Alabama at EPA Region IV meetings presenting our state's ongoing research and plans for improving air quality.
- Improved weather forecasting accuracy by utilizing advanced meteorological tools and data analysis techniques.
Education
Florida State UniversityTallahassee, FL
Bachelor of Science from Meteorology
Skills
- Weather Forecasting
- Weather Broadcasting
- WSI MAX
- Baron Lynx
- Mesoscale Modeling
- Numerical Weather Prediction
- Synoptic Meteorology
- Radar Interpretation
- Air Quality Monitoring
- Teaching and Training
Certification
- American Meteorological Society Broadcast Seal Holder
- National Weather Association Broadcast Seal Holder
Accomplishments
- Weathercaster of the Year Award from South Carolina Broadcasters Association in 2010 and runner-up for the honor in 2011.
- Georgia Association of Broadcasters "GABBY" Award for Best Team Coverage in 2023.
Affiliations
- American Meteorological Society Seal of Approval National Weather Association Seal of Approval
References
- Estelle Parsley - News Director, WRDW-TV / Gray Communications
- Chris Smith - Chief Meteorologist, WJHG-TV / Gray Communications
Availability
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Timeline
Meteorologist
WRDW-TV (Market 110), Augusta, GA
06.2019 - Current
Meteorologist
WSPA-TV (Market 37), Greenville-Spartanburg, SC
12.2017 - 04.2019
Licensed Real Estate Agent
Meybohm Real Estate, Augusta, GA
12.2016 - Current
Chief Meteorologist
WAGT-TV (Market 110), Augusta, GA
12.2011 - 04.2016
Meteorologist
WBTW-TV (Market 102), Myrtle Beach, SC
06.2005 - 12.2011
Meteorologist
WMAZ-TV (TEGNA), Macon, GA
05.2000 - 05.2005
Meteorologist
Alabama Department Of Environmental Management, Montgomery, AL
04.1997 - 05.2000
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science from Meteorology