About Jim
Jim Castillo, whose birth name is James, is an American meteorologist. Jim’s wonderful mother was extremely ill with MS and lived in St. Louis where his father and Kathy were her amazing caretakers. Jim’s mother and father are true Americans that have a mix of American Indian, German, Irish and Spanish Blood. They are the true American Family. Jim’s Great Great Grandmother on his mother’s side is 100% Cherokee Indian and his Father also has Cherokee & Lakota Indian Blood. The mix is very similar to the people of Argentina, Indian Blood mixed with European Blood. His parents used to hold hands in college and Jim’s father was always asked, “why do you hold your sister’s hand”? It was obvious that people thought Jim’s mother and father looked alike. Jim’s parents have been married for over 51 years. Jim’s mother Judy lost her VERY LONG battle with MS on March 17th, 2010, she is finally resting peacefully. Instead of flowers, you can send Memorial Contributions to the National Multiple Sclerosis Socity-Gateway Area Chapter- Judy’s Memorial and Tribute. The Address is 1867 Lackland Hill Parkway, St. Louis, MO 63146.
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Castillo was most recently a reporter and the weekend evening Meteorologist at ABC in Seattle he was doing the morning news for almost 3 years when he was moved to the weekend position. The 11 am show won an Emmy 2 years in a row when Jim was on it. The Seattle Station also won the Murrow Award for Overall Excellence. His last day on the morning show was his birthday, June 4th, 2009.
Prior to joining ABC in September 2006, Castillo worked as the chief meteorologist at KCPQ from the inception of their news broadcasts in 1997 until moving to KCBS-TV Los Angeles in 2001 and while Jim was on the evening news, KCBS won a Golden Mic and an Emmy. Then Castillo moved to WNYW Fox 5 in New York City and did the weather for the 10 p.m. newscast until 2005. The 10 PM Newscast won an Emmy for the first time in a decade when Jim was on the 10 O’Clock News.
Most of My Resume Updated 2010 
I’m a hard working, motivated individual, that is dependable and loves to lead. I have a passion for translating news, weather and any information in an entertaining and easy to understand format. I’m a leader in the social media front in Seattle, with a loyal following.
Educational Background
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
1990 Bachelor’s Degree in Atmospheric Science with G.P.A of 3.2-Dean’s List
Specialization in Television/Acting/Math
Received Scholarship for Academics and Leadership
Member of the American Meteorological Society
AMS Seal Holder since 1993
Experience:
Created My Own Website www.jimcastillo.com September 2009-Current
1) Responsible for much of the design and all of the content of the site.
2)Responsible for the creation of videos on the site, including shooting the video, writing, producing and editing.
3)Links to Social Media include Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Netlog, Playlist.com and more.
Television Meteorologist/Reporter ABC-TV Seattle, Summer 2006- Fall 2009
1) Responsible for forecasting, producing/preparing and presenting weather forecasts and some field reporting.
2)Generate forecasts for local radio, station website and create graphics on Weather Central ESP:Live, 3D:Live, MicroCast
3)Community Outreach through numerous charities including www.forgottenchildrensfund.org/,the Humane Society, Vertical Express for MS, The American Heart Association, and more, also numerous school visits and station tours. Most of the appearances were facilitated on my own and some by the television stations.
WNYW-TV FOX 5- New York City-Market 1
Weekday Evening Meteorologist September 9th, 2002- January 2006
KCBS-TV Channel 2- Los Angeles -Market 2
Weekday Evening Chief Meteorologist 2000- 2002
Reason for leaving: I was offered a big position in New York City
KCPQ-TV Q-13 FOX Seattle
Weekday Evening Chief Meteorologist 1997-2000
Reason for leaving: I was offered a big position in Los Angeles
WXTF-TV FOX 29 Philadelphia-Market 4
Weekday Morning Meteorologist Beginning of 1996 to December 1997
Reason for leaving: I was offered my first Chief position in Seattle
Awards: 2008 all of us at ABC-TV received the Overall Excellence Award for the depth and quality of the news programming and our service to the community in the large television market category. I was also on the 11 am show when we won an Emmy in 2008 & an Emmy in 2009. The 2008 coverage was on a big snow event in Seattle. In the number one market, I was on the FOX 5 News at 10 pm January 27th, 2004 in which we won an Emmy for the first time in 10 years, we were also nominated for FOX 5 News at 6 PM. 2002 Emmy for Best Newscast KCBS Los Angeles. 2001 Golden Mike for Best Newscast. 1999 I won the Emmy for Best Weather in the Pacific Northwest. I was nominated for best weather in market 4-Philadelphia in the mid 90′s. 1995-2 Associated Press Awards.
Film Roles include: Duplex- I wrote my small part and played the part of a New York Weatherman. I was offered to join Sag and obtain a Sag Card. I played the role of a student and Fraternity Brother in With Honors. I played a waiter and bar goer in Blink. I played a photographer in Leap of Faith.
I took classes with Ivana Chubbuck in Los Angeles. “Ivanna Chubbuck is the premiere acting coach of the 21st century. Her astute knowledge of the human condition coupled with her ability to translate that insight to her students is truly remarkable.”