Meteorologist Chuck Heaver
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I grew up in the cornfields of Ohio, surrounded by a simple life where the only thing that changed was the crop chosen for that next summer. I was living an organic, farm-to-table, back-to-nature lifestyle long before it became trendy. The weather played an integral role in our daily lives, silently shaping our routines, though no one ever talked about it much in detail, it was just the 'forecast'. While leaving this small Ohio town wasn’t something most people discussed often, I knew I was destined for a different path.
When I was 16, a family member moved to Germany, and I seized the opportunity to broaden my country horizon. I lived there for two years, learned the language, and explored Europe with a student Eurail Pass. That experience opened my eyes to a larger world and inspired me to pursue higher education. I returned to Ohio and studied Finance at The Ohio State University. Yet, the “weather bug” inside me never left, so I later attended Mississippi State University to become a meteorologist.
My career journey has been diverse, to say the least. I spent a decade in corporate real estate before transitioning to the residential sector and simultaneously pursued my dream of working in some weather capacity. I wanted to share my passion for meteorology and educate others; that was a great platform. I had the privilege of working under my mentor, Tom Skilling, at WGN. Later, I became the chief meteorologist at a PBS station in the Chicagoland area before working with NBC, where I worked for 18 years. I took a break from television weather in 2023 to pursue my other passions.
Between all of the above, I embarked on more incredible international life experiences. I lived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, for four years, where I learned Portuguese, and in Santiago, Chile, for a year, where I began my journey with Spanish. Alongside my love for weather, I’m also passionate about music production. I’m currently working on a project that uniquely combines these two passions.
I am always ready to talk about the weather, music, or real estate. I'm using social media as my voice now, with a stadium-size count of followers who keep coming back to hear more about my passions.
Chuck Heaver
+1.415.549.1777
chuck@chuckheaver.com
www.meteorologistchuckheaver.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Award-winning Broadcast Meteorologist with nearly two decades of on-air experience delivering accurate, engaging, and dynamic weather forecasts. Proven ability to create compelling storytelling, produce high-impact graphics, and connect with audiences across television, digital, and radio platforms. Experienced in severe weather coverage, community outreach, and content production for major national and international events, including coverage for the Rio Olympics in 2016.
EXPERIENCE
WNDU NBC – South Bend, IN
On-Air Meteorologist & Morning Show Co-Host (2007 – 2023)
Delivered accurate and engaging on-camera weather forecasts for live broadcasts.
Created nowcasts, long-range forecasts, and real-time severe weather updates.
Co-hosted a morning news program, providing weather and news coverage.
Designed and produced high-impact graphics using WSI.
Developed and managed online weather content for web and mobile platforms.
Conducted weather awareness presentations at schools.
Produced and voiced multi-market radio forecasts for expanded audience reach.
Created feature weather and human-interest packages for NBC’s Rio Olympic coverage.
Produced weather-related content for the nationally syndicated AgDay farm program.
Partnered with the National Weather Service to contribute to daily climate reporting.
WYIN PBS – Merrillville, IN
Chief Meteorologist (2005 – 2007)
Led on-air weather coverage for a Chicago suburban PBS news station.
Created and presented digital weather content for evening news broadcasts.
Developed weather-related news features and in-depth climate analysis reports.
Spearheaded the implementation of a new AccuWeather graphics.
Secured weather sponsorships and underwriting partnerships with local businesses.
WGN-TV – Chicago, IL
Meteorologist / Production Assistant (2004 – 2005)
Produced weather content for Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling.
Researched climate data and provided statistical reports for the Chicago Tribune.
Assisted in graphic design projects for educational and print media.
Supported studio production for evening newscasts and severe weather events.
EDUCATION
Mississippi State University – Broadcast Meteorology (2005)
The Ohio State University – B.A. Business Administration, Finance (1990)
TECHNICAL SKILLS
WSI & AccuWeather Graphics Systems
Microsoft & Apple Office Applications
Digital & Social Media Weather Content Creation
LANGUAGES
Proficient: German, Portuguese | Learning: Spanish
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
International – Lived and worked in Germany, Brazil, and Chile