| Employer | KOLN 10/11 Now/ Gray Media |
|---|---|
| Location | Lincoln, NE |
| Type | Full time |
| Apply by | Deadline—Open until filled |
| More details | https://www.gray.tv/applynow |
| Posted on | October 16, 2025 |
Description
KOLN-TV, the strong market leader in the Lincoln/Hastings/Grand Island market, is looking for a Digital Breaking News MMJ/Producer to join the area’s #1 morning show. We are seeking a driven and dynamic journalist to lead digital coverage of breaking news and weather in the overnight hours. You will provide breaking news coverage in newscasts and on the 10/11 Now Streaming Studio. You will also be trained to produce the show, assisting the overnight producer on days when there aren’t breaking stories to cover.
General 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:
• Exceptional writing ability
• Exceptional news judgment and sense of urgency
• Familiarity with social media, streaming services
• A four-year degree in journalism, some professional experience in journalism preferred
• Familiarity with ENPS, Edius or other non-linear editing systems, TVU, Bitcentral, or ARC Publishing a plus
Must have valid Drivers License with good driving record. Employment is contingent on successfully passing drug screen and driving record check.
KOLN is the CBS affiliate in the Lincoln, Hastings, Kearney market. Located in the thriving capital city of Lincoln, the station is the area`s dominant news leader, with number one newscasts in every daypart. The 1011NOW news brand is well-known throughout the region as a trusted source for quality news, weather, and sports coverage.
Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. We own and operate leading media outlets in over 50 markets throughout the country – all delivering the news, weather, sports and entertainment that millions of our neighbors count on every day. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
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