NEWS PRODUCER - KPHO/KTVK

GRAY MEDIA; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media’s Arizona’s Family seeks a dynamic, high-energy Producer to craft engaging newscasts and experiences. You’ll shape rundowns, think critically under pressure, and lead fast-paced coverage across TV and digital platforms.

Ideal candidates bring at least two years of line producing experience, strong writing, and a digital-first mindset. This on-site role offers growth in a legendary Phoenix newsroom, with mentorship and opportunities to elevate storytelling.

Qualifications

• At least two years of line producing experience.
• You write for the ear and the eye, with urgent, editorial scripts.
• You understand audiences on phones and TVs and how to reach them.
• You analyze, adapt, and take calculated risks to improve coverage.
• You can make big calls in the heat of the moment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, or equivalent real-world experience.

Responsibilities

• Craft compelling newscasts and produce high-impact segments.
• Own the Big Story and identify what matters most to the Phoenix audience.
• Drive multi-platform engagement across digital, streaming, and social.
• Leverage graphics and video to create visually engaging segments.
• Lead with immediacy and make quick, decisive calls to keep coverage first.
• Collaborate with reporters, anchors, and photographers to execute a cohesive vision.

Skills

Line producing

Writing skills

Digital-first mindset

Critical thinking

Decisiveness

Team spirit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or equivalent

Job description

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our 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 KPHO/KTVK:

Home to 3TV, CBS 5, and Arizona’s Family Sports, Arizona’s Family produces 100+ hours of local news and programming every week. 3TV is #1 in Arizona and one of the strongest independent stations in the country. Our CBS station is highly competitive in news and has top-rated sports and prime content. Our digital reach is also best-in-market—Azfamily.com leads the market in multi-platform unique users and is home to Arizona’s Family Originals (long-form programs, documentaries, docuseries, and podcasts, including True Crime Arizona, nearing 2M downloads). Arizona’s Family Sports features premier properties, including the Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Phoenix Rising, and AIA state championships.

Job Summary/Description:

Are you a newsroom adrenaline junkie who lives for the rush of a breaking story? Arizona’s Family is looking for a dynamic, high-energy Producer who doesn't just build rundowns—they craft experiences. We’re looking for a risk-taker who can think critically under pressure and thrives in a fast-paced environment where resources are plentiful and the expectations are high. If you’re a self-starter who knows how to pivot on a dime and loves the challenge of making every newscast feel like "must-see" TV and digital content, we want to talk to you.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

What You’ll Do:

• Craft compelling newscasts: Build and produce high-impact newscasts that align with our brand and meet our high newsroom standards for quality and accuracy.
• Own the "Big Story": Use your solid news judgment to identify what matters most to our Phoenix audience and showcase it with creativity and urgency.
• Drive multi-platform engagement: It’s not just about the linear broadcast; you’ll ensure our stories live and breathe across digital, streaming, and social platforms.
• Master the tools: Leverage our deep well of resources—from advanced graphics to high-end video—to create visually stunning segments that pop off the screen.
• Lead with immediacy: Work with a relentless sense of urgency, making quick, decisive calls to keep our coverage first and best.
• Collaborate like a pro: Partner with reporters, anchors, and photographers to execute a cohesive vision for every show, every day.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Resources Galore: We give you the tools, the technology, and the team you need to do the best work of your career.
• A Culture of Innovation: We don’t just do things the way they’ve always been done; we encourage you to experiment and push boundaries.
• Impactful Work: You’ll be part of a legendary newsroom that is deeply rooted in the Arizona community and committed to telling stories that matter.
• Growth Opportunities: At Gray Media, we invest in our people, providing the mentorship and path you need to level up.

Qualifications:

What You Bring:

• The Experience: You have at least two years of line producing experience, preferably in a competitive market where the stakes are high.
• Killer Writing Skills: You write for the ear and the eye, crafting scripts that are conversational, urgent, and editorially sound.
• Digital-First Mindset: You understand that our audience lives on their phones as much as their TVs, and you know how to reach them there.
• Critical Thinking: You don’t just follow a plan; you analyze, adapt, and take calculated risks to make the coverage better.
• Decisiveness: You can make big calls in the heat of the moment without breaking a sweat.
• The Credentials: A Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, or equivalent real-world experience that has prepared you for the grind.
• Team Spirit: You thrive in a collaborative culture where we win as a team and support each other through the chaos of breaking news.

KPHO/KTVK-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.

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