Morning News Anchor

Responsibilities

• Use editorial judgment to help determine the content of newscasts
• Work with producers and the newsroom team to create unique, fast-paced, and innovative newscasts
• Develop, write, shoot, and edit news stories for on-air broadcasting and digital platforms
• Use social media to identify trending content and highlight significant social stories
• Write and post daily content across all digital platforms, including social media and the web
• Develop original content through social listening and independent sources
• Interview news subjects and conduct research to ensure facts and credibility
• Utilize creative production techniques, such as graphics and new media, to enhance storytelling

Requirements

• Minimum 5-7 years of news anchor or reporting experience
• Ability to write, shoot, and edit news stories for television, mobile, and social platforms
• Proven ability to deliver on-air news in an engaging, exciting, and accurate manner
• Strong social media content creation and digital engagement skills
• Excellent creative presentation and writing skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a news-gathering vehicle
• Journalism or Communication degree preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and eye care coverage
• 401(k) program with company match up to 4%
• Access to virtual doctor appointments via Teladoc
• Access to free annual therapy sessions through Spring Health
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and nine paid holidays per year
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance

About the Company

KPNX-TV is a TEGNA NBC affiliate in Phoenix. TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing trusted local news and services. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television.