SENIOR NEWS PRODUCER - KTVK/KPHO

About Gray Media

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 47 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 KTVK/KPHO

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

We are seeking a Senior Producer who is a former line producer at heart but a coach and innovator by design. You will lead one of the most creative news teams in Phoenix, turning daily newscasts into high-impact, multi-platform experiences that our audience can't miss.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coach and inspire: Lead and mentor a team of line producers, helping them sharpen their storytelling skills and elevate their newscasts.
• Master the rundown: Review daily rundowns with a critical eye, identifying opportunities to "showcase" big stories and ensure a sophisticated flow.
• Own the quality: Review scripts and fonts to ensure every word and graphic is error-free, compelling, and aligned with our digital-first strategy.
• Innovate every day: Work closely with the News Director and Executive Producer to shape high-impact story development and newscast sophistication.
• Drive digital integration: Ensure our content lives and breathes across all platforms, from the big screen to the smartphone in our viewers' hands.
• Prioritize with poise: Navigate the fast-paced news environment with a proactive mindset, independently prioritizing tasks while building deep trust within the team.

Qualifications

• A college degree in journalism or a related field, and at least two or more years of newsroom experience.
• At least one year in a leadership role or management position preferred.
• Title and pay commensurate with experience.
• Must have a desire to win, the ability to reflect on your work, and apply feedback.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), proven news judgment, ethics, and integrity.
• Must be able to work quickly and multitask under deadline pressure and breaking news.
• Able to work long hours, weekends, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage.