About Gray Media
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation’s largest owner of top‑rated local television stations and digital assets, serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of U.S. television households. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency, and additional media properties such as Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, PowerNation Studios, Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About KOLN
KOLN is the dominant broadcast and digital station in the Lincoln, Nebraska DMA. The station is the area’s top newscast provider, with number‑one weather and sports coverage. KOLN also operates a dedicated streaming studio for breaking news and weather, and it frequently upgrades technology and offers training to maintain a strong newsroom culture.
Job Summary / Description
KOLN is seeking a driven and dynamic Breaking News Multi‑Media Journalist and Producer to play a critical role in our morning show operations. The position will lead digital coverage of breaking news and weather in the overnight hours, provide coverage in newscasts and on the 10 / 11 Now Streaming Studio, and assist the overnight producer when there are no breaking stories.
Duties / Responsibilities
Lead digital coverage overnight, including writing local news stories as needed and posting to social media.
Report breaking news from the field and 10 / 11 Streaming Studio.
Monitor police scanner for breaking news.
Drive the 10 / 11 storm‑chasing vehicle, the Weather Shield, during weather events.
Produce the 10 / 11 morning show on a fill‑in basis.
Qualifications / Requirements
Exceptional writing ability.
Exceptional news judgment and sense of urgency.
Familiarity with social media and streaming services.
Some experience in journalism, preferably broadcast journalism.
A four‑year degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Familiarity with ENPS, Edius, TVU, Bitcentral, or Arc Publishing is a plus.
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
If you feel you’re qualified, apply at https : / / gray.tv / careers#currentopenings. Current employees can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal.
Additional Info
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Gray Media complies with applicable state and local nondiscrimination laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetics, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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