About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our 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:
Why You’ll Love it Here
Built for the future: This isn't a "traditional" news role; it’s live, urgent, and audience-first—exactly where the industry is headed.
State-of-the-art tools: You’ll work in a modern streaming studio equipped with the latest technology to help you shine.
A culture of innovation: We aren't stuck in the past. We support experimentation and want you to bring your digital ideas to life.
Real community impact: You’ll have a measurable impact on Nebraska viewers, providing them with the news they need on the platforms they love.
Room to grow: We offer plenty of space for you to evolve as both an on-air talent and a content creator.
Job Summary/Description:
Are you a digital-first storyteller who thrives when the "Live" light turns on? Do you know how to stop the scroll with a killer hook and turn breaking news into must-watch content across every screen? We’re looking for a Streaming Anchor / Digital & Social Content Creator to lead the charge from our state-of-the-art Streaming Studio at KOLN 10/11 in Lincoln.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
What You’ll Do:
- Anchor live coverage: Lead breaking and developing news across all streaming platforms from our Alert Center (Streaming Studio) with urgency and authority.
- Create platform-specific content: Design and produce high-energy content for Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, including those quick-paced vertical videos that grab attention.
- Pivot with the news: Move fast as stories evolve, adjusting your coverage style and tone to match the platform and the gravity of the moment.
- Collaborate across the newsroom: Partner with the assignment desk, reporters, and the digital team to ensure our coverage extends far beyond the traditional TV screen.
- Own the digital space: Experiment with new formats and storytelling techniques to keep our audience engaged and informed in real-time.
Qualifications/Requirements:
What You Bring:
- Confident on-camera presence: You’re calm, credible, and reliable under the pressure of breaking news.
- Digital-first mindset: You live and breathe social media and understand exactly what works on each platform (and why).
- Sharp news judgment: You can prioritize stories in real-time and know what matters most to our community.
- Strong production chops: You have excellent writing and video editing skills, with a focus on speed, accuracy, and engagement.
- Tech-savvy attitude: You’re comfortable troubleshooting technology and are always ready to learn the latest tools.
- Flexibility and urgency: Quick on your feet and ready to jump into action when news breaks.
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.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Confident on-camera presence
- Digital-first mindset
- Sharp news judgment
- Strong production chops
- Tech-savvy attitude
- Flexibility and urgency
What We Do
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 43 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. Gray owns a majority interest in Swirl Films. For more information, please visit www.graymedia.com.
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