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 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
This role supports the Director of Education and Education Specialists in managing classroom media projects, developing curriculum, and enhancing the accessibility in educational materials. Responsibilities include producing and updating online educational content across multiple platforms, formatting documents for accessibility, and performing administrative tasks such as organizing and editing media files, data entry, and document conversion.
To apply email your resume to humanresources@nebraskapublicmedia.org
Posted April 8, 2025
Get hands-on experience with how organizations use social media to market. Work with professional tools and learn business strategies for increasing engagement that you can list on your resume when you graduate. All while being employed by an organization that is student-friendly and looking to enrich the lives and engage the minds of your fellow Nebraskans.
• Capture photos and videos at events as well as behind-the-scenes looks at Nebraska Public Media staff at work and in the community
• Create content for social media that helps to tell the story of Nebraska Public Media
• Schedule our social media posts, including localizing suggested posts from PBS, NPR and other program providers
• Identify available media resources with cleared rights for use on social media
• Help create and maintain a calendar of relevant dates for social media and other marketing opportunities
• Monitor and research trending topics for social media post opportunities
• Assist in collecting and analyzing data for reports
• Other duties as assigned
• Work 15-20 hours per week between the hours of 8am and 5pm, Monday-Friday.
TO APPLY: Send email and cover letter to humanresources@nebraskapublicmedia.org
Posted April 15, 2025
This professional-level position provides technical and advisory support to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for the administration of broadcast and internet-based distribution systems. The role oversees the day-to-day operation and maintenance of network infrastructure, including broadcast operations, transmission systems, and associated equipment. This position supervises technical staff, coordinates system performance evaluations, manages project planning, and assumes operational control in the CTO’s absence.
This is professional work providing technical and advisory support to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for technical administration of broadcast network systems. The incumbent maintains responsibility for a variety of functions concerning broadcast, internet-based distribution and/or production equipment as well as supervising the personnel who direct the operation of such equipment; performs related work as required.
Posted April 23, 2025
Apply NowThe Senior Accountant oversees financial management for Nebraska Public Media, ensuring accurate budgeting, reporting, and compliance. They audit and approve expenditures, supervise clerical staff, and manage payroll expenses. The role includes overseeing revenues such as contractual services, royalties, and endowment funds while ensuring proper fund allocation. They assist with financial reporting, database reconciliation, and month-end and year-end closing processes. Additionally, they manage grant-related financial activities, including budgeting, invoicing, and reporting.
Posted April 24, 2025
Apply NowThe Major and Planned Giving Officer is responsible for identifying and securing local and regional major and planned gifts and grants in support of the Nebraska Public Media Foundation by identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewardship of major donors and planned gifts. The primary duties of this role will include: Develop and implement cultivation and solicitation strategies for a portfolio of donors. Create and implement strategies for donor qualification. Prepare written proposals, informational materials, endowment agreements, and gift illustrations. Maintain a working knowledge of planned gift vehicles and contribute to strategies that support planned gift fundraising. Assist the Director of Major and Planned Giving and the Chief Strategy Officer in department activities to attain foundation goals and participate in organization planning and development. This role requires an ability and willingness to travel in-state. Remote or hybrid work arrangements will be considered in accordance with the University of Nebraska’s Alternative Worksite program. More information is available at https://nebraska.edu/alternative-worksite.
Posted May 1, 2025
Apply NowGreat opportunity for Advertising, PR and Journalism majors. The Communications and Marketing Team at Nebraska Public Media, is seeking a student worker who would be responsible for completing special projects as assigned, providing assistance to the staff and general office work. This is a paid position through the University of Nebraska working for the local PBS and NPR affiliates. Applicants must be able to work year-round, 15-20 hours a week with flexible schedule during regular business hours. More hours are available during summer. This position will start on or after May 27th.
Employee may work on a variety of projects including, but not limited to, news releases, tracking media clips, Constant Contact, e-newsletters, registration pages, radio scripts, coordination of graphics for advertising, promotion and other administrative duties as needed. Must have strong communication skills, creativity and ability to write and edit news releases using AP Style. Looking for an organized, self-starter who enjoys problem solving and building creative solutions. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office. May represent us occasionally at public functions, along with other staff members.
TO APPLY: Please submit your resume to humanresources@nebraskapublicmedia.org
Posted May 1, 2025
The Finance Coordinator serves in a customer-facing role and is responsible for ensuring finance transaction completion in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. The Finance Coordinator primarily executes and reviews moderately complex travel, procurement, contracts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accounting, and asset management transactions.
Posted May 7, 2025
Apply NowNebraska Public Media is looking for a student who will gain knowledge and experience in video production, Avid editing, graphic design and television studio production. Create and edit short video segments for digital distribution and develop skills in content storytelling and videography in the field of sports, human interest, history and the arts. Assist in creating graphic based content for social media. Assist producers with show preparation, research, scheduling, and field production. Share responsibility for cataloging and record keeping of digital media, archive footage and research materials. Assist in gathering information for short and long-form documentaries and other projects.
Requirements:
• Student majoring in Broadcasting or related field. Experience in digital content creation a plus.
• Experience in Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Must be highly organized and able to work on a variety of assigned projects.
• Must be willing to collaborate with a team of experienced content creators.
• 10-20 hours per week.
TO APPLY: Please submit your email to humanresources@nebraskapublicmedia.org
Posted May 12, 2025