Phoenix Morning News Anchor - Multiplatform Storyteller

TEGNA; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and eye care coverage

401(k) program with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Virtual doctor appointments

Therapy sessions

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

TEGNA is looking for an experienced Anchor for KPNX-TV in Phoenix. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong editorial judgment and creativity in storytelling, with a minimum of 5–7 years of news anchor or reporting experience.

This position involves developing compelling news stories for broadcast and digital platforms while utilizing social media to engage audiences. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of news anchor/reporting experience.
• Excellent, creative presentation and writing skills.
• Ability to operate news gathering vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Use editorial judgment to help determine content of newscasts.
• Write and post daily on all digital platforms.
• Develop story ideas, write, shoot and edit news stories.

Skills

Editorial judgment

Social media expertise

Creative storytelling

Strong writing skills

Interviewing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and/or Communication

Tools

Editing tools

Photography tools

Job description

TEGNA is looking for an experienced Anchor for KPNX-TV in Phoenix. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong editorial judgment and creativity in storytelling, with a minimum of 5–7 years of news anchor or reporting experience.

This position involves developing compelling news stories for broadcast and digital platforms while utilizing social media to engage audiences. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off.