Breaking News MmjReporter Koln

About Gray Media:

Today we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia. We are the nations 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:

The Ultimate Career Launchpad: You arent just a reporteryoure an anchor a producer and a digital strategist. Youll leave here (if you ever want to leave!) as one of the most well-rounded and marketable journalists in the industry.

Real Community Impact: 10/11 is a Lincoln staple and the most-watched TV station in the Capitol City. Youll see the direct result of your work every day in the city you call home.

Innovation-First Culture: Gray Media is leading the charge in the digital evolution of media. Youll be building the future of how people consume news.

A Team That Has Your Back: We work hard and move fast but we do it together. Youll be part of a supportive newsroom that values your voice your growth and your ambition.

Unlimited Growth Potential: Whether you want to grow within KOLN or explore opportunities at one of our 100 Gray Media stations across the country we are invested in your journey.

Job Summary/Description:

Do you thrive on the adrenaline of a breaking story Are you the person who sees a plume of smoke or a line of sirens and wonders why KOLN is looking for a high-energy digital-savvy Breaking News MMJ/Producer to join our morning team. This isnt just a reporting job; its a chance to command the 10/11 Alert Center drive our digital desk and help Lincoln wake up with the information they need to start their day. If youre ready to be the first word on the stories that matter most we want to talk to you.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Command the Alert Center: Own the morning headlines from our digital desk during 10/11 This Morning. Youll anchor breaking news hits with urgency authority and a conversational style that connects with viewers on every screen.
- Chase the Story: Hit the ground running (literally) to breaking news scenes across the Capital City. Youll be the eyes and ears for our audience providing live reports that capture the right now of a developing situation.
- Drive Digital Engagement: Keep a pulse on our digital platforms. Youll craft compelling social content and send out breaking news pushes that keep our audience informed wherever they are.
- Amplify the Weather Experience: When the weather turns youre the bridge between the science and the street. Youll drive the 10/11 Weather Shield providing real-time live coverage of conditions to show our viewers exactly what theyll face when they walk out the door.
- Master the Control Room: Cross-train as a producer to take the lead of the show when needed. Youll learn the nuts and bolts of Lincolns most-trusted newscast making you a multi-tooled threat in any newsroom.
- Craft Urgent Narratives: Write scripts that tell a story. Youll locate the best video find the most reliable sources and produce segments that move at the speed of news.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- A News Junkies Heart: You live for the scoop. You have a deep interest in local and national news and a natural curiosity that drives you to find the human angle in every headline.
- Killer News Judgment: You know the difference between a minor delay and a major emergency. You have the confidence to make the call in the heat of the moment and the street smarts to navigate a chaotic scene.
- Digital-First Mindset: You understand that news happens on phones before it happens on TVs. Youre comfortable creating content for social and streaming platforms and know how to make a story pop online.
- On-Air Presence: Whether you have a year in a professional newsroom or standout experience at a college station you bring a natural energetic presence to the camera.
- Self-Starter DNA: Youre a proactive decision-maker who thrives on independence but knows when to lean on your team for guidance.
- Urgency and Empathy: You move fast because the news moves fast but you never lose sight of the people behind the stories. You treat every interview with the respect it deserves.
- Technical Scrappiness: Familiarity with Sony/JVC cameras Edius and ENPS is a huge plus but your willingness to learn and master new tech is what really matters.

If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to 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 theGray-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 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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.