NEWS WRITER - GOOD MORNING ARIZONA (P/T) - KPHO/KTVK

About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's 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 KPHO/KTVK:

Home to CBS 5, 3TV, and Arizona’s Family Sports, Arizona's Family produces more than 100 hours of local news and programming every week. CBS 5 is Arizona’s Most-Watched Television Station, driven by the power of CBS programming and sports, while 3TV is one of the strongest Independent television stations in the country with its highly-rated morning show, Good Morning Arizona. And the reach of Arizona's Family doesn't stop with linear television. Azfamily.com is the market's top performer in local multi-platform unique users. It is also home to Arizona's Family Originals. Our in-house original content production team works on several long-form programs, documentaries, docuseries, and original podcasts, including True Crime Arizona, which is nearing 2 million downloads.

Arizona’s Family Sports is home to the state’s premier sports franchises, including the Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Phoenix Rising, and the Arizona Interscholastic Association high school state championships.

Job Summary/Description:

Are you a wordsmith who can turn a complex news story into a conversational masterpiece in the time it takes to brew a cup of coffee? We’re looking for a Part-Time Writer to join the Good Morning Arizona team — the most fun, high-energy morning show in the desert. This isn't about writing dry, robotic scripts; it’s about crafting the voice of the morning for Phoenix, delivering news with personality, urgency, and absolute accuracy while the clock is ticking. If you can write for the ear, nail the details, and keep your cool when the "On Air" light starts flashing, we want to talk to you.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

What You'll Do:
• Write with punch: Craft sharp, conversational scripts that sound like a person talking, not a news bot, ensuring our anchors connect authentically with viewers.
• Beat the clock: Thrive under the pressure of tight morning deadlines, delivering clean, ready-to-air copy without breaking a sweat.
• Own the accuracy: Double-check every fact, name, and number because in our newsroom, being first only matters if you’re also 100% right.
• Drive digital engagement: Adapt your scripts for our digital platforms, ensuring our stories are just as compelling on a smartphone screen as they are on a 65-inch TV.
• Collaborate in real-time: Work closely with producers and editors to marry your words with the best video and graphics, creating a seamless experience for our audience.
• Stay agile: Pivot quickly when breaking news hits, rewriting on the fly to keep our coverage urgent and relevant.

What You Bring:
• Conversational chops: You have a "killer" writing style that is natural, engaging, and perfectly suited for the fast-paced GMAZ vibe.
• Deadline discipline: You don't just meet deadlines; you beat them, maintaining high quality even when the pressure is at its peak.
• Journalistic integrity: You have a hawk-eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy that never wavers, no matter how fast we’re moving.
• Digital-first mindset: You understand how to pivot content for social and streaming platforms (because news happens everywhere now).
• A "Self-Starter" engine: You’re eager to learn, quick to adapt, and ready to jump in wherever the team needs you most.
• Flexibility: You’re a morning person (or a very good actor) who is ready to handle the unique schedule and pace of a top-tier morning show.

Why This Role Rocks:
• The GMAZ Vibe: You’ll be part of a legendary team that values creativity, humor, and high-energy storytelling.
• Real-World Impact: Your words will reach hundreds of thousands of Arizonans every morning, helping them start their day informed and energized.
• Growth Potential: This is a fantastic foot in the door at Gray Media, where we prioritize internal growth and mentorship.
• Fast-Paced Fun: No two mornings are the same here; you’ll be at the heart of the action in a resource-rich, modern newsroom.

**Ready to write the future of morning news in Arizona? Let's create something amazing together.**

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, broadcasting, related field, or equivalent work experience.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to work under pressure, adapt to change, meet deadlines, work well as a team, and work independently.
- Exceptional communication skills and excellent knowledge of current events.

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)

KPHO/KTVK-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 in every location in which 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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.