Radio Talk Show Reporter/Producer
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Marketing & Communications
Lincoln, NE, USA
Posted on May 28, 2026
| Working Title | Radio Talk Show Reporter/Producer |
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| Department | University Television-0912 |
| Requisition Number | S_260407 |
| Posting Open Date | 05/28/2026 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/10/2026 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | Nebraska Public Media is building a new daily talk show designed to inform, engage, and connect Nebraskans through timely conversations on news, public affairs, culture, education, health, and issues affecting communities across the state. This show will be produced for both radio and digital platforms, with a focus on strong storytelling, thoughtful interviews, audience engagement, and content that reflects the interests and needs of Nebraska audiences. To support this new initiative, Nebraska Public Media is hiring a team of content professionals who will help shape, produce, host, report, and distribute daily talk show content. As the Radio Talk Show Reporter/Producer you will utilize original storytelling skills, strong writing and organizational skills to create, produce, write, and edit multi-media content for Nebraska Public Media’s daily radio talk show. Produce segments, interviews, research, and book guests for radio and digital audiences. This position will also serve as a fill-in host for radio talk show. As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
The successful candidate will have the ability to host live interviews and possess interpersonal skills. They will have knowledge of current events and demonstrate skill in news reporting, researching, copywriting, and editing while meeting strict deadlines. |
| Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No |
| Physical Required | No |
| Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No |
| Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes |
| Posted Salary | Salary commensurate with education/experience |
| How to Apply | Click on “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. |
| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Humanresources@nebraskapublicmedia.org |
| Job Category (old) | Office/Service |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | May include nights and weekends |
| Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
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