NEWS ANCHOR/STREAMING ANCHOR (MORNING/MIDDAY) - KOLN/KSNB
About The Position
KOLN/KSNB-TV is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking News Anchor/Streaming Anchor to lead morning and midday broadcasts and drive OTT streaming coverage. The anchor will be an authoritative, welcoming on-air presence for television and streaming audiences and a newsroom leader during breaking news. The role spans linear broadcast, connected TV apps, web, and mobile, with an emphasis on modern, digital-first local journalism serving Central Nebraska. The position includes anchoring broadcast morning and midday newscasts, leading dedicated live streaming coverage, contributing to newsroom preparation and editorial decisions, and developing original local enterprise stories and feature interviews. The anchor will build relationships with viewers, civic leaders, and community partners in Hastings, Grand Island, Kearney, and surrounding towns. The role is based in a collaborative newsroom in Hastings.
Requirements
- Natural charisma, strong conversational delivery, and command on camera.
- Clear understanding of digital-first journalism and treating streaming and digital platforms as co-equal priorities.
- Ability to ad-lib clearly, conduct live unscripted interviews, and remain calm during breaking news.
- Strong editorial judgment, commitment to news ethics, AP-style writing skills, and ability to write natural-sounding on-air copy.
- Familiarity with modern broadcast workflows, such as ENPS and Edius or comparable non-linear editing software, and comfort using digital CMS tools.
- Collaborative approach, ability to motivate others and mentor newer talent, and commitment to a positive newsroom environment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous morning anchor experience or strong reporting experience.
Responsibilities
- Anchor morning and midday broadcast newscasts with conversational, authoritative storytelling.
- Lead the OTT streaming desk, including live streaming 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 events unfold.
- Develop, write, and present original local enterprise stories and feature interviews relevant to Central Nebraska families.
- Build relationships with viewers, local civic leaders, and community partners across Hastings, Grand Island, Kearney, and surrounding towns.
- Pitch enterprise angles, shape morning rundowns, coach reporters in the field, and help set the newsroom's daily editorial tone.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
