Mark Dixon Bio, Wiki
Mark Dixon is an American Meteorologist working for WFSB serving the station as a chief Meteorologist. He has been working with this station since July 2003.
Mark Dixon Age
Dixon manages to keep information regarding his dates of birth away from the limelight. An update of his age will be done once he has made the information public. However, judging from his appearance, he might be in his 30s.
Mark Dixon Height
Dixon stands at the height of 5 feet 7 inches tall.
Mark Dixon Education
Dixon graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of science in meteorology.
Mark Dixon Career
Dixon works at WFSB where he serves as a chief meteorologist he forecasts weekdays on Channel 3 Eyewitness News from 4:00 to 6:30 pm and at 11 pm. In addition, he hosts “Science Sunday” …a segment that was done in partnership with the Connecticut Science Center, airing every weekend. His fascination with the weather continued as he grew up in the heart of Tornado Alley. As only a junior in high school, He interned at KJRH-TV. Additionally, Mark was Nominated for multiple Emmy Awards for weather anchoring.
He has also won the award for “Best Weathercast” from the Connecticut Associated Press Broadcaster’s Association on numerous occasions. A member of the American Meteorological Society, he has been recognized by his peers with the prestigious AMS Seal of Approval. Moreover, he cultivated an interest in weather at an early age. Dixon jokes that he declared his major as a Cub Scout when he toured a television station in his hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 8. Furthermore, he began his on-air career while attending college, as a junior, at the same station where he toured and interned in Tulsa. After graduating, He moved on to Little Rock, Arkansas for his first full-time job. He won an Associated Press award: “Best Weather Segment” for a summer heat demonstration.
Mark Dixon local WeatherNet
Dixon was also highly involved with the inception and development of his station’s local WeatherNet. He grew up and began working in Oklahoma and then in Arkansas, his experience with the severity of Tornado Alley. Which provided him with extensive experience pertaining to all types of extreme weather. Making Connecticut his home now for over a decade and working with Bruce DePrest, a forecaster of New England weather for well over 30 years. This has enabled him to hone his forecasting abilities in the realm of winter storms.
His favorite part about living in this part of the country is the diversity of the weather. Another favorite part is the extremes that can accompany the different seasons from serious weather to tropical weather, to nor’easters, to a gorgeous autumn day. Additionally, in his duties as a meteorologist, he has actively been a part of the Connecticut Science Center. Besides, for 4 years, Mark also served as the host of WFSB’s “Cool Schools” franchise. A platform that gave him an opportunity to showcase all of the fun and unique things happening at schools all across the state.
Mark Dixon’s Net Worth
In Dixon’s career as a chief meteorologist, he has been able to accumulate a net worth ranging between $1 Million and $3 Million.
Mark Dixon Salary
He receives annual earnings that range between $35,000 and $100,000.
Mark Dixon’s Parents and Siblings
Dixon was born and raised in the United States, he manages to keep information regarding his parents and whether or not he has any siblings away from the limelight. An update of his family information will be done when available.
Mark Dixon Wife/ Spouse
Dixon manages to keep information regarding whether or not he is in marriage private. An update of his marital status will be done when available.
Mark Dixon Kids
Dixon manages to keep information regarding whether he has any children away from the public. However, once available, an update regarding his children will be made.
Mark Dixon WFSB
Dixon works at WFSB where he works alongside his fellow anchors, reporters, and meteorologists such as;
- Mark Zinni
- Erin Connolly
- Wendell Edwards
- Nicole Nalepa
- Caitlin Francis
- Irene O’Connor
- Kara Sundlun
- Caitlin Nuclo
- Stephanie Simoni
- Melissa Cole
Mark Dixon Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
He is vocal on his social media accounts where he posts frequently. On his Twitter account, he has about 8k followers, around 101k followers on his Facebook page, and about 1k followers on his Instagram account.