Senior News Producer - Ktvk/Kpho

Gray Media•Phoenix, AZ

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Gray Media is seeking a Senior Producer for KTVK/KPHO (Arizona's Family) in Phoenix. This role is for someone who is a master of the rundown and ready to step into a leadership position. The Senior Producer will lead a creative news team, transforming daily newscasts into high-impact, multi-platform experiences. The position involves coaching and mentoring producers, ensuring quality and sophistication in newscasts, and driving digital integration across all platforms. Gray Media is a growing multimedia company and Arizona's Family is a leading local news provider in Phoenix, known for its strong independent station (3TV), competitive CBS station, and robust digital presence.

Requirements

Proven track record of producing compelling newscasts in a competitive market.
Experience managing or mentoring a news team.
A creative eye for using graphics and video to make stories stand out.
Killer writing skills; ability to craft a lead that hooks an audience and a script that flows naturally.
Digital-first mindset; understanding that news happens everywhere and readiness to execute a strategy that reflects that.
Detail-oriented; ensuring error-free work even under tight deadlines.
Proactive problem-solver; seeing the big picture and anticipating needs.
Ability to thrive under pressure but never lose sight of the human element.
A college degree in journalism or a related field.
At least two or more years of newsroom experience.
At least one year in a leadership role or management position preferred.
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.
Ability to work long hours, weekends, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of line producers, sharpening their storytelling skills and elevating their newscasts.
Review daily rundowns with a critical eye, identifying opportunities to showcase big stories and ensure a sophisticated flow.
Review scripts and fonts to ensure every word and graphic is error-free, compelling, and aligned with a digital-first strategy.
Work closely with the News Director and Executive Producer to shape high-impact story development and newscast sophistication.
Ensure content lives and breathes across all platforms, from the big screen to the smartphone.
Navigate the fast-paced news environment with a proactive mindset, independently prioritizing tasks while building deep trust within the team.