Gray Media is hiring: STREAMING E.P./ NEWS ANCHOR - WOWT in Omaha

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About Gray Media

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top‑rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second‑highest‑rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray’s additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WOWT

WOWT is a modern facility equipped with state‑of‑the‑art technology, and with our leading broadcast news, we provide award‑winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Omaha is one of the most progressive cities in the Midwest, with a strong market supported by several national industries. The Omaha area boasts an array of top attractions that can’t be matched, from the World Famous Henry Doorly Zoo to the NCAA Men’s College World Series. Omaha is popular for its downtown, which is home to a revitalized riverfront and the Historic Old Market.

Job Summary/Description

First Alert 6 is looking for a Streaming Executive Producer/Anchor to help lead the station’s streaming efforts and accelerate the pace of our CTV growth. You will oversee First Alert 6’s digital presence on streaming platforms, including the station’s app, social video platforms, and connected television devices. You’ll also be one of the primary anchors for the station’s streaming‑first content, driving the station’s CTV desk while presenting the content live.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Respond urgently and appropriately to breaking and developing news
• Identify opportunities to stream unique, compelling content throughout the day
• Help plan streaming‑first programming for our CTV audience
• Program the streaming software so you can efficiently and effectively live‑produce the content as you anchor
• Anchor streaming content clearly, concisely, and accurately
• Generate your own regular streaming segment ideas
• Coordinate closely with anchors, reporters, and assignment desk editors to deliver smooth live productions
• Collaborate with editorial teams to align streaming coverage with linear and digital news priorities
• Ensure content meets editorial standards for accuracy, tone, and fairness
• Respond and adjust strategies based on digital analytics data

Qualifications/Requirements

• Exceptional on‑camera presentation and ad‑libbing skills
• Solid news judgment
• A four‑year degree in journalism, meteorology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Familiarity with vMix or OBS, Edius or other non‑linear editing systems, TVU, Bitcentral, or ARC Publishing is a plus

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on apply now, upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal)

WOWT‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.

Additional Info

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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