Ep6 - Forecasting a Career Pivot: How a Chief Meteorologist Landed a Corporate Role He Loves

When long-time meteorologist Craig Setzer was told to say “urgent” more often, despite delivering calm, clear skies, he knew it was time for a change. In this episode, Sara Davenport sits down with Craig to talk about what it’s really like to walk away from a decades-long career in local TV and chart a new course. From teaching and forensic meteorology to landing a role with Royal Caribbean, Craig shares how he leveraged his experience and added new skills to build a life he loves outside the newsroom.

If you’ve ever wondered how to pivot into a meaningful second act (without going back to square one), this conversation will give you both insight and inspiration.

📚 Resources Mentioned

• Craig Setzer on LinkedIn 
• Free Career Assessment Test: COUPON CODE for the Test: FREECAREERTEST
• Connect with Sara Davenport - TVnewsMentor@gmail.com
• Join the Breaking Out of Breaking News Community: Broadcastersbreakroom.com 
• Need help with your first steps? Check out  BreakingOutofBreakingNews.com 

💡 3 Key Takeaways from This Episode

1. Why building new skills before you leave the newsroom makes your pivot easier (and less scary).
2. How TV professionals can translate “invisible” talents—like quick decision-making and deadline pressure—into standout skills in the corporate world.
3. Why LinkedIn is the best place to start networking, researching new careers, and building your next chapter.

🎧 About the Podcast

Breaking Out of Breaking News is a podcast for burned-out TV news professionals ready to pivot, repurpose their storytelling skills, and design a life they actually love. Hosted by Sara Davenport—a former anchor and media mentor—you’ll get honest conversations, career coaching insights, and real-world inspiration for making your next move.