Careers and Internships
Nebraska Public Media offers a full spectrum of communications services to the citizens of Nebraska, the nation and the world. Some of these services include a nine-station, statewide noncommercial public television network affiliated with PBS; a nine-station, statewide noncommercial public radio network affiliated with NPR; a cutting-edge Digital Media Group; and state-of-the-art audio, video and multimedia production capability delivered via broadcast, satellite, cable, Internet and broadband delivery channels.
Nebraska Public Media is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and offers competitive salary and benefit packages. Most of our employment opportunities are located in Lincoln, Nebraska, population approximately 250,000. Lincoln is the state capital and is also the home of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln -- part of the Big Ten Conference and a major research university in the Great Plains region.
- A nine-station, statewide noncommercial public television network affiliated with PBS.
- A nine-station, statewide noncommercial public radio network affiliated with NPR.
- Nebraska Public Media Labs – a cutting edge center for experimentation in emerging media.
- State-of-the-art audio, video and multimedia production capability delivered via broadcast, satellite, cable, Internet and broadband delivery channels.
Available Jobs
The Director of Production Services at Nebraska Public Media, Nebraska’s PBS and NPR station is responsible for the full gamut of production resources—state-of-the-art equipment and in-house professional staff for studio, EFP, OB (outside broadcast trucks) for station and contract productions for local, regional, and national distribution. The Director will work to expedite execution, coordinate key resources, facilitate and manage project logistics, and provide transparency of project information to staff and in addition will prepare production budgets, monitor revenue and expense budgets in accordance with annual goals and expectations.
For more details and to apply, please visit: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/80874
Posted Aug. 2, 2022
Apply NowNebraska Public Media, Nebraska’s PBS and NPR Station seeks a visionary leader for its award-winning, 10-member multi-platform news team which is part of regional partnerships and a national collaborative with NPR. The ideal News Director candidate will have a passion for enterprise journalism, devotion to editorial integrity and ethical standards and practices, ability to create and execute strategies, proven track record creating compelling and engaging news content on multiple platforms, strong leadership, supervisory, editing, and communication skills, and a familiarity with public media journalism. On-air radio and/or television experience, audio and video production, project management, and knowledge of Nebraska and the Midwest, are bonuses. Nebraska Public Media is a statewide media company based in Lincoln, Nebraska, a growing Midwest city with extensive bicycling and walking trails, multiple colleges and universities, a vibrant music and arts scene, and outstanding public schools.
For more details and to apply, please visit; https://employment.unl.edu/postings/80654
Posted Aug. 2, 2022
Apply NowNebraska Public Media is looking for an On Air Host/Multimedia Reporter/Producer to join our team . The On Air Host under general supervision, researches, writes and produces feature stories and programs for Nebraska Public Media; produces and announces an on-air shift for radio; performs related work as assigned. Utilizes professional judgment to determine overall content and effectiveness of radio and news programming. Researches, writes, edits, produces, and narrates a long and short-form stories to broadcast to the listening audience. Conducts and records telephone and in-person interviews by arranging interview time and place to record pertinent information that may possibly be used for broadcast. Serves as editor and lead producer or, as a team member for large projects. Hosts special programs to include selecting music, writing and timing all leads, writing the rundown, and hosting the show. Archives newscast story audio and /or video, news copy, and related materials to be kept for future reference
Posted Aug. 9, 2022
Apply NowThis Radio Chief Engineer will be in charge of all radio engineering duties which will include, installation, integration, operation and maintenance of Nebraska Public Media. Radio, satellite, digital and terrestrial IP, broadcast and non-broadcast system and infrastructure. The Chief Engineer will also be in charge of KUCV Lincoln's radio analog/HD transmitters. Will assist RF field engineers when needed with installation, maintenance, and administration of Network Management Control System(NPM-NMCS).As well as work with network operations chief engineer in maintenance of TV systems when requested.
Posted Aug. 12, 2022
Apply NowThis position will be primarily based in the Scottsbluff/Alliance area. The Transmission site Manager will work independently to test, configure, calibrate, install, operate, update, repair and perform systems and transmitter preventative maintenance to television and radio transmitters and associated equipment. The site manager will also maintain and repair low power TV, radio transmitters and NOAA regional National Weather Service transmission equipment.
Posted Aug. 12, 2022
Apply NowThis position will be primarily based in the Hastings/Grand Island Area. The Transmission Site Manager will work independently to test, configure, calibrate, install, operate, update, repair and perform systems and transmitter preventative maintenance to television and radio transmitters and associated equipment. The site manager will also maintain and repair low power TV, radio transmitters and NOAA regional National Weather Service transmission equipment. The position may assist with other broadcast related equipment installation and maintenance at the Lincoln main Nebraska Public Media facility.
Posted Aug. 12, 2022
Apply NowNebraska Public Media, Nebraska's PBS and NPR Stations is looking for a student to:
· Produce accurate English-Spanish translations of educational materials, website copy, production scripts
· Accurate specifically refers to the capturing the essence of the English text and translating that in a way that conveys that essence in a grammatically correct and culturally appropriate manner.
· Translation may be 100% bespoke, or may involve editing robo-translations generated by tools like Google Translate
Skills Necessary
· Fluency in Spanish required, must be able to speak and write technically with considerations for cultural competency and language variety.
· Spanish language competence across the fields of science, medicine, history, and education highly desirable. Education or work experience in language-related fields such as teaching, journalism, translation or interpretation would be an asset.
10-20 hours per week, all offsite work
Posted Aug. 29, 2022
This position is responsible for monitoring all equipment in the Avid edit suites, assist the maintenance department with troubleshooting, software upgrades and equipment installation; computer editing, setup and operation of video cameras, and operation of media servers. This position will monitor the Studio and editing aspects of the Network Monitor and Control System.
For more details and to apply, please visit: University of Nebraska - Lincoln │ Production Engineer (https://employment.unl.edu/postings/81436)
Posted Aug. 31, 2022
Apply NowNebraska Public Media, Nebraska's PBS & NPR Stations is looking for a professional who will perform scheduled switching operations for Nebraska Public Media (NPM) Media Control and/or Network Operations Center as logged, using automated playlists and manual processes. Perform video server, videotape, and optical disc operations; records and plays programming for all of NPM's multi-channel broadcast television, cable, Video-On-Demand, and streaming services. Use remote control software to operate statewide Digital TV, FM and HD radio transmitters and translators. Perform on-going system measurements for NPM using waveform monitors, vectorscopes, stream analyzers, and audio measurement devices. Monitor and control all auxiliary services, including but not limited to: Closed Captioning, Second Audio Programming, Audio Description, NPM Radio, and Radio Talking Book. Responsible for control of the statewide Emergency Alert System and AMBER alerts. Other duties include satellite uplinks and coordination with the Public Broadcasting Service on their Diverse, Disaster and Maintenance System.
Posted Aug. 29, 2022
Apply NowNebraska Public Media, Nebraska’s PBS and NPR Stations, is seeking two experienced salespersons to represent the entire Nebraska Public Media portfolio, including Radio, Television, and Digital Underwriting Sales (Advertising), Event Sponsorships and Local Production Partnerships. These positions will have the opportunity to work out of our Lincoln, NE office, or remotely in another location, as appropriate. Account interaction will be over the phone, over Zoom, and may require occasional travel to visit with clients around the state of Nebraska as needed using company car. Job responsibilities include: develop strategic sales relationships with existing and prospective clients; create, present and close multi-platform sponsorship opportunities; help clients meet content and production requirements and deadlines through account management; achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue goals; provide reporting, and attend meetings as necessary.
Posted Sept. 21, 2022
Apply NowNebraska Public Media is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and offers competitive salary and benefit packages. Most of our employment opportunities are located in Lincoln, Nebraska, population approximately 250,000. Lincoln is the state capitol, and is also the home of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln -- part of the Big Ten Conference and a major research university in the Great Plains region.