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
This position is responsible for operating an EVS replay system during national sports productions, as well as Technical Directing (TD) multi-camera productions. They will operate video mixers (TD) and Studio/Remote cameras, shoot single camera productions and edit. Ability to direct studio productions is a plus.
For more details and to apply, please visit: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/80648
Posted July 21, 2022
Apply NowNebraska Public Media is seeking 2 (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. EOE.
For more details and to apply, visit https://employment.unl.edu/postings/80652
Posted July 22, 2022
Apply NowNebraska Public Media is looking for a Director of IT to join our team. The Director of IT should be a hands-on manager who will provide technological leadership to include research, planning and adopting emerging computing and communication technologies in support of Nebraska public media, a state-of-the-art telecommunications facility serving Nebraska.
Responsibilities include oversight of hardware, software and infrastructure; development and execution of policies, budget, and strategy; planning and implementation of IT projects; and contract management. Manages team responsible for implementing and supporting various platforms. This is a mission essential position that requires work on-site. To be successful in this critical role requires self-motivation, a strong work ethic and can do attitude. The candidate must be interested in continued learning and be proactive in seeking ways to utilize technology in support of business initiatives.
Posted July 21, 2022
Apply NowThe 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 a 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 NowNebraska Public Media is looking for a talented Producer who is able to produce compelling, creative and high quality broadcast and digital content for Nebraska Public Media, Nebraska’s PBS & NPR Stations! Be part of an award-winning team as a producer of live high school & collegiate sports from one of our two remote trucks and our live studio series “Big Red Wrap-Up,” a Nebraska Football recap program. Produce non-sports content in other genres which may include history, arts, health, and science. Experience producing non-fiction television content from start to finish. Strong writing and original storytelling skills are vital to this position.
Posted Aug. 10, 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.