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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:

Are you a master of the rundown who is ready to step away from the booth and into a leadership role? Do you have a passion for "showcasing" content—making every story pop with the right graphics, pacing, and digital integration? We’re looking for a Senior Producer who is a former line producer at heart but a coach and innovator by design. You’ll 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 include, but are not limited to:

What You'll Do:
• 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.

What You Bring:
• Proven track record: Previous experience producing compelling newscasts in a competitive market (you’ve been in the trenches and loved it).
• Leadership DNA: Experience managing or mentoring a news team—you know how to get the best out of people.
• Visual storytelling chops: A creative eye for using graphics and video to make stories stand out.
• Killer writing skills: You can craft a lead that hooks an audience and a script that flows naturally.
• Digital-first mindset: You understand that news happens everywhere, and you’re ready to execute a strategy that reflects that.
• Detail obsession: You’re a stickler for the small stuff, ensuring error-free work even under tight deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solver: You see the big picture and anticipate needs before they become issues.
• Urgency and empathy: You thrive under pressure but never lose sight of the human element in our stories and our newsroom.

Why You'll Love It Here:
• Creative freedom: Join a team that values innovation and encourages you to try new things.
• Leadership impact: You won't just be producing shows; you'll be shaping the future of our newsroom and the careers of your team.
• Phoenix lifestyle: Work in a vibrant, competitive market with a team that feels like family.
• Innovation focus: Gray Media is leading the way in digital-first media—you’ll be at the forefront of that evolution.
• Growth opportunities: We invest in our leaders and provide the tools you need to succeed and advance.

Ready to lead the next generation of storytellers in Phoenix? Let's talk.

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. There is room to grow with Gray.
• 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.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people,  go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KTVK/KPHO-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 at every location where 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 Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.