News Anchor/Streaming Anchor (Morning/Midday) - Koln/Ksnb

Gray Media • Hastings, NE

16h

About The Position

KSNB Local4 is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking journalist to anchor morning and midday television newscasts and lead OTT streaming coverage. The anchor will be a welcoming, authoritative presence for broadcast and streaming audiences, and a newsroom leader who helps shape coverage across platforms. The position combines traditional on-air anchoring with live streaming, breaking-news coverage, enterprise storytelling, and community engagement.

The role includes anchoring broadcast morning and midday newscasts, leading dedicated live streaming newscasts and breaking-news cut-ins, and helping guide morning editorial planning in collaboration with producers, reporters, and photographers. The anchor will develop original local enterprise stories and feature interviews, maintain strong journalistic standards, and build relationships with viewers and community partners in Hastings, Grand Island, Kearney, and surrounding towns. Familiarity with contemporary broadcast workflows and digital publishing tools is expected.

Requirements

• Natural on-camera charisma, conversational delivery, and command of the anchor desk.
• Understanding of digital-first journalism and the importance of streaming and digital platforms as priorities alongside broadcast.
• Ability to ad-lib, conduct unscripted live interviews, and remain composed during breaking news.
• Strong editorial judgment, news ethics, AP-style writing, and ability to write natural-sounding on-air copy.
• Familiarity with broadcast workflows such as ENPS and Edius or comparable non-linear editing software, and comfort using digital CMS tools.
• Collaborative approach and ability to motivate and mentor colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• Previous morning anchor experience or strong reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Anchor morning and midday broadcast newscasts with energetic, conversational, authoritative storytelling.
• Lead the OTT streaming desk, including dedicated live newscasts, breaking-news cut-ins, and extended interactive coverage for connected TV apps, web, and mobile audiences.
• Collaborate with producers, reporters, and photographers during morning preparation to sharpen story angles and uphold journalistic standards.
• Lead breaking-news coverage across platforms, synthesizing developing information and streaming live as needed.
• Develop, write, and present original local enterprise stories and feature interviews.
• Build relationships with viewers, local civic leaders, and community partners across Hastings, Grand Island, Kearney, and surrounding towns.
• Mentor newer talent and contribute to a collaborative, positive newsroom environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed