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About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally 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 US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About KOLN:

Make a real impact: You'll be part of the most-watched news team in Lincoln, telling stories that genuinely matter to our neighbors.

Future-forward innovation: We're embracing new tech, streaming, and original content, so you'll build cutting-edge skills and experience that will propel your career.

Mentorship that matters: Work alongside and learn from veterans like Sports Director Kevin Sjuts, gaining invaluable insights from a pro with 20+ years on the sidelines.

Supportive, growth-focused culture: We prioritize your well-being, offer clear feedback, and provide opportunities for career advancement.

Unbeatable community connection: Immerse yourself in a passionate sports town, where you'll get a front-row seat to the action and become a trusted voice.

Job Summary/Description:

Ready to ignite your passion for storytelling in a community that lives and breathes news and sports? (Especially when the Huskers are playing!) We're on the hunt for a dynamic News/Sports Multimedia Journalist to join our team at KOLN - 10/11 News, the #1 station in Lincoln. If you're a multi-platform journalist who thrives on breaking news, game-day energy, and connecting with audiences across every screen, then keep reading. We're not just reporting the news; we're shaping the future of local media, and we want you to be part of the action!

Think of this role as your ultimate news and sports adventure, with a primary focus on news for the majority of the year. From January to mid-August, you'll be on the front lines, covering the daily pulse of Lincoln. But then, it's game on! You'll pivot to our beloved sports team for college and high school football season - the most intense and thrilling time of the year! You'll learn from the best, working under Sports Director Kevin Sjuts, telling the stories that absolutely lead our broadcasts (because in Nebraska, sports news is always the main event during the season!). And yes, we'll provide all the training you need to excel in every aspect, news, and sports.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Own breaking news: Respond with urgency and precision to developing stories and critical weather events, delivering impactful, live reports for broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.
• Craft compelling narratives: Research, investigate, shoot, write, and edit hard-hitting news stories and captivating sports features that resonate deeply with our Lincoln community.
• Drive digital engagement: Produce and publish engaging content for our website, social media channels, and streaming-only platforms, ensuring our stories reach viewers wherever they are.
• Connect with the heart of Nebraska: Develop sources, conduct interviews, and build authentic relationships within the community, bringing local voices and perspectives to the forefront.
• Shift gears for game day: Transition seamlessly during college football season to cover high school and iconic Husker football, providing exclusive insights and sideline reports (get ready for the roar of the crowd!).
• Team up for impact: Collaborate with our Assignment Manager, producers, and even our award-winning Sports Director, Kevin Sjuts, to elevate coverage and produce unforgettable content.
• Anchor and podcast: Seize opportunities to anchor 10/11 Sports segments and contribute your voice to the "N Report" podcast, expanding your reach and honing your on-air presence.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A burning passion for both news and sports storytelling - you see the big picture, whether it's breaking headlines or game-winning plays.
• Proven experience as a Multimedia Journalist; you're comfortable behind (and in front of) the camera, with strong shooting, editing, and live reporting skills.
• A rock-solid digital-first mindset: You don't just understand multi-platform content; you instinctively create it.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling ability: Your scripts are conversational, clear, and cut through the noise.
• Unflappable under pressure: Breaking news and live sports demand quick thinking, and you thrive in that environment.
• Self-starter: You take initiative. You see a need, and jump in.
• Sharp news judgment: You know what matters to our viewers and how to deliver it with integrity.
• Adaptability and hunger to learn: The media landscape is always changing, and you're excited to evolve with it.
• A true team player: You lift others up and know that the best work happens when we collaborate.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KOLN-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

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. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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, genetic information, 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.