Newscast Producer – KLKN – TV, Lincoln

Details

KLKN in Lincoln, NE has an opening for a News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts while executing the NOW brand.

We’re looking for someone with a creative vision. The ideal candidate will know how to win the big story, own breaking news and display important weather information.

The news producer is responsible for the creation of newscasts with fresh content, strong story flow and compelling supporting graphics.

• Select, research, and write content for live newscasts
• Broadcast assigned newscasts, breaking news, and weather events
• Motivate your team to execute your vision, act with urgency and immediacy, ensure story selection and placement fits newsroom standards for vision and growth
• Understand our DMA, key target audiences and where they live
• Produce engaging and error‑free work
• Incorporate live and user‑generated content to the newscast, sending push alerts to extend the reach of our work
• Write for digital

• Great communication skills
• Comfortable, confident, and competent news judgment
• A college degree in journalism, broadcasting or communication preferred
• College degree in journalism or communications preferred

• Full Time
• Date Posted: 12/19/2025
• Closing Date: 1/19/2026
• City:
  Lincoln – 68502
• State:
  Nebraska

Standard Media Group-SMG is an innovative media company serving our communities through breaking news, impactful investigative reporting, and innovative multi‑screen marketing services.