KTAR Morning News Producer

Bonneville International; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid leave for new parents

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off for vacation and sick

Job summary

Bonneville International's KTAR News 92.3 FM in Phoenix seeks a Morning News Producer to plan, build, and execute a fast-paced, all-news program from start to finish. You’ll coordinate guests, craft segments, direct breaking-news coverage, and serve as the real-time guide for hosts, ensuring a smooth on-air flow and engaging storytelling.

In addition to producing video elements for distribution across social platforms, you will drive cross-platform collaboration with digital teams, anchor or

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a newsroom as editor or producer.
• Sound editorial instincts to simplify releases, government documents, and law enforcement info for a general audience.
• Excellent verbal and written skills with a professional news delivery style.
• Proficiency in audio editing; basic video editing for social media content creation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prep the morning news program with show hosts.
• Own the show rundown; review and approve all content before air.
• Direct hosts through breaking stories and real-time editorial decisions.
• Craft and review segments, story packages, guest lineups and breaking-news coverage.
• Write and voice stories for the morning program and for use throughout the day.
• Turn guest interview segments into polished news stories for the show.
• Identify compelling video moments from the live broadcast and produce short-form video elements for social platforms.
• Manage the program’s social media accounts with timely, engaging posts.
• Collaborate with digital teams and newsroom staff; anchor or fill in as needed.

Skills

Broadcast journalism

Newsroom experience

Editorial instincts

Verbal & written skills

Audio editing

Social media

Spanish a plus

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism, mass communications, or related field

Tools

Adobe Audition

Newsboss Audio Editor

Newsboss

Job description

Our company is committed to being trusted voices of light and truth reaching hundreds of millions of people worldwide.

Who We Are

At Bonneville International, our purpose is to build up, connect, inform, and celebrate communities and families in the markets we serve. As an integrated media company, we provide content, advertising, and digital marketing solutions across 18 radio stations in Denver, Phoenix, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, and Seattle, along with the NBC Affiliate TV station, KSL-TV 5, in Salt Lake. We are responsible for lifting and inspiring with respect and giving voice to all the communities and clients we serve.

We believe that empowering our employees to share their ideas and experiences will fuel creativity, innovation, and inspiration. A diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to our ability to create and deliver exceptional content, products, and services that represent our communities. We’re proud of our history and we want talented people to join us as we continue to grow!

To learn more about Bonneville and how our local media matters, visit: https://bonneville.com/

Position Overview

Arizona’s Morning News is the flagship morning program on KTAR News 92.3 FM —Arizona's largest and most respected award-winning news radio station. The show airs live weekdays from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m. and is simulcast on audio and video via KTAR.com, the KTAR News app and on KTAR YouTube.

As the Morning News Producer, you will be the engine behind every broadcast: planning, building, and executing a fast-paced, all-news program from start to finish. You’ll coordinate guests, craft segments, direct breaking-news coverage, and serve as the real-time "air traffic controller" who keeps the show moving. Beyond the on-air product, you will identify and produce video elements from the show for distribution across social media platforms, extending the program’s reach and impact throughout the day.

This is a high-energy role for someone who thrives on early mornings, quick decisions, and the daily challenge of delivering the news that matters most to Arizona.

This is an onsite position based at our Phoenix location and has a schedule of 3 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Note: Work configurations are subject to change based on business needs and at company discretion.

• This position is an in-studio, onsite role that requires the employee to regularly work at our Phoenix site. The producer’s schedule will align with the show’s live broadcast window, with prep time beginning earlier in the day. Some flexibility for breaking news or special event coverage may be required.

What You Will Do

Primary job duties will include, but are not limited to:

Show Production & Execution

• Work with show hosts daily to plan and prepare the morning news program.
• Own the show rundown: review, stack, and approve all content before air.
• Serve as the in-show "guide", directing hosts through breaking stories, segment changes, and real-time editorial decisions.
• Craft and review segments, story packages, guest lineups, and breaking-news coverage.

Guest Booking & Content Development

• Act as lead booker for program guests (in person and virtual).
• Write and voice stories for the morning program and for use throughout the broadcast day.
• Quickly turn guest interview segments into polished news stories for in-show use.
• Reach out proactively on new, breaking, and developing stories.

Video & Social Media

• Identify compelling video moments from the live broadcast and produce short-form video elements for distribution across social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, YouTube, etc.).
• Manage the program’s social media accounts with timely, engaging posts.
• Produce promotional audio and video content from the daily program.

Collaboration & Cross-Platform

• Maintain daily contact and collaborate with digital teams.
• Communicate across the newsroom with reporters, editors, talk-show producers, hosts, and the digital team.
• Anchor or fill in as a news host when needed.

Skills And Experience We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism, mass communications, or a related media field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of newsroom experience required; minimum 2 years as a news editor or producer preferred.
• Sound editorial instincts with the ability to simplify press releases, government documents, and law enforcement information for a general audience.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, with a conversational yet professional news delivery style.
• Proficiency in audio editing (Adobe Audition, Newsboss Audio Editor, or similar); basic video editing skills for social media content creation. Experience with Newsboss news software preferred.
• Strong command of social media platforms, trends, and best practices for news content.
• Multilingual skills preferred; Spanish-language speaking and writing a plus.
• Self-starter who thrives in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.

Physical Demands

• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment. Ability to work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

Compensation

$19.10/Hr - $24.40/Hr. Hourly rate to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to evaluation of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant along with internal equity and alignment with market data.

What We Offer You: Check Out Our Bonneville Benefits!

• Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment
• 401(k) with Company match, fully vested from day one
• Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity and Parental Leave policies
• Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave in addition to paid company holidays
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Employer-funded retirement account, fully vested from day one
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• Access to an entire team of free financial planners
• Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service
• Continuous growth and development opportunities
• Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration

Bonneville is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.