Chris Zelman Biography
Chris Zelman is a popular American journalist serving as a morning and noon meteorologist at WALB-TV since April 2007. Prior to joining WALB, Zelman served as a fill-in meteorologist at WPTV Newschannel 5 between May 2005 and March 2007. During his tenure there, he filled in for all shifts as a Broadcast Meteorologist, especially during holidays.
Zelman’s television career began in Panama City at WJHG-TV in 1997. He served as the weekend weather reporter and production assistant. He additionally served as a weekday fill-in producer leaving the channel in 1999. Between April 1999 and June 2001, Zelman served as a morning meteorologist at WTXL ABC27 in Tallahassee. He additionally served as a general assignment reporter and weekend weather reporter. Zelman resigned from the channel in June 2001 after a service of two years and three months.
Zelman secured a job at KBAK-TV CBS 29 in Bakersfield as their chief meteorologist in September 2001. He served as the KERN Radio morning and noon meteorologist until his departure in September 2003. CBS47 hired Zelman in January 2004 as the weekend meteorologist in Fresno. His contract was terminated in March after three months of service. ABC 24 WPTY offered Zelman a job in April 2004 in Greater Memphis Area. He served until April 2005 as a weekend meteorologist and general assignment reporter.
Zelman has covered numerous remarkable moments. He has covered six hurricanes: Danny, Georges, Earl, Katrina, Wilma, and Irma, and two fatal tornado outbreaks: one on Valentine’s Day 2000 and the other on 22nd January 2017. Additionally, Zelman has covered winter storms and dust storms in the Central Valley of California during his tenure as a meteorologist.
Zelman is a volunteer for the American Red Cross, SPCA, and the Salvation Army.
Chris Zelman Age
Despite being a meteorologist for over two decades, Zelman has a very secretive nature. He has kept his date of birth and age a secret. In case there is any news on this matter, we shall update it here as soon as possible.
Chris Zelman Family
Zelman’s secretive nature has shown up in his personal life. He has managed to keep his family background very private. In case there is news regarding Zelman’s parents and siblings, we shall update it here as soon as possible.
Chris Zelman Education
Zelman attended North Miami Beach Senior High and graduated with Highs School Diploma in general studies in 1989. He enrolled at the University of Florida. In 1993, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography. Zelman later enrolled at Florida State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology in 1996.
Chris Zelman Interests and Hobbies
During his leisure time, Zelman enjoys working in his garden and listening to music. He additionally enjoys watching SEC Football and spending time with his family. Mornings are Zelman’s favorite part of the day when skies are Orange than Blue.
Chris Zelman Wife
Zelman is a happily married family man. He tied knots with the love of his life, Jodi Zelman many years ago. The couple is blessed with two sons and reside in South Georgia. The family attends Porterfield United Methodist Church.
How Tall Is Chris Zelman?
Adding to his well-built body, Zelman stands at a medium height in stature. He has managed to keep his measurements underlock. In case there is news regarding his actual height, we will update you as soon as possible.
Chris Zelman Salary and Net Worth
Zelman earns an annual salary ranging between $71,586 and $115,060. He has accrued an estimated net worth ranging between $1 and $5 million dollars from his journalism career.
