Grant Johnston Profile
Grant Johnston is an American meteorologist working for NBC5 serving as a broadcast meteorologist. She has been working for the station since April 2010.
Grant Johnston Career
Johnston can be seen on NBC 5 Today on weekdays from 4:30 a.m. to 7 a.m. He has managed many on-air meteorological positions, for seven years he was forecasting at NBC affiliate, KFOR-TV, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
“Grant has years of experience forecasting and storm chasing in the heart of Tornado Alley,” NBC 5’s David Finfrock said. “He’s bringing a great depth of experience to our local team. I’m glad he’s here.” Furthermore, he developed a fascination for thunderstorms, tornadoes, and blizzards at an early age as he grew up in Midwest.
His parents took him to meet the local TV meteorologist in Kansas City, Bryan Busby as a birthday present while in high school. He did an internship with Busby and credits him for his start in the business six years later.
Johnston graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in Atmospheric Science, later he began his career in meteorology at KMIZ-TV in Columbia, MO. Johnston also forecasted for KYTV in Springfield, MO.
He was recognized for his undergraduate research on hurricanes and El Nino while in college. In 2009, he left Oklahoma City to enroll in the Dallas Theological Seminary and plans to pursue a master’s degree there. During his free time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, running, flying, and composing music.
Grant Johnston Age
Johnston’s age is not known for he has managed to keep his personal life private. It is therefore not known how old Grant is or when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 40s.
Grant Johnston Height
Johnston stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 8 inches.
Grant Johnston Family
Information regarding Johnston’s parents and siblings is currently under review. However, the information will be updated as soon as it’s available.
Grant Johnston Wife
Johnston is married but has not yet disclosed the name of his wife. The couple is blessed with a son named Seth.
Grant Johnston Salary
Being one of the top reporters for NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, Johnston earns an annual salary ranging between $ 20,000 – $ 100,000.
Grant Johnston Net Worth
Johnston has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a meteorologist.
Grant Johnston NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
At NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, Johnston works alongside;
- Rick Mitchell– Chief Meteorologist
- Brian Curtis – Co-anchor
- Kristi Nelson – Reporter/Anchor
- Deborah Ferguson – Reporter/Anchor
- Pat Doney – Sports Anchor
- Katy Blakey – Anchor/Reporter
- David Finfrock – Meteorologist
- Scott Gordon – Reporter
- Julie Fine – political journalist
- Wayne Carter – Special Assignment Reporter
- Keisha Burns – Weather Anchor/reporter
- Candace Sweat – Reporter