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% of U.S. 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. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency, and additional media properties such as Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, PowerNation Studios, Assembly Atlanta, and Third Rail Studios.

About KPHO/KTVK: Home to CBS 5, 3TV, and Arizona’s Family Sports, this station produces more than 100 hours of local news and programming each week. CBS 5 is Arizona’s most-watched television station, and 3TV is a leading independent station. The network’s digital presence, Azfamily.com, ranks top in local multi-platform unique users. It also produces original content including documentaries, docuseries, and podcasts like True Crime Arizona.

Job Summary / Description
We’re looking for a Part‑Time Writer to join the Good Morning Arizona team. This role demands a fast‑paced, conversational voice that delivers news with personality, urgency, and absolute accuracy while the clock is ticking.

Responsibilities

Craft sharp, conversational scripts that sound like a person talking, not a news bot, ensuring anchors connect authentically with viewers.

Work under tight morning deadlines, delivering clean, ready‑to‑air copy without breaking a sweat.

Double‑check every fact, name, and number to maintain 100% accuracy.

Adapt scripts for digital platforms, making stories compelling on both smartphone screens and large TV.

Collaborate in real time with producers and editors to integrate video and graphics seamlessly.

Pivot quickly when breaking news hits, rewriting on the fly to keep coverage urgent and relevant.

What You Bring

Conversational writing style that is natural, engaging, and suits a fast‑paced morning show.

Deadline discipline: consistently meet and beat deadlines while maintaining quality.

Journalistic integrity with a hawk‑eye for detail and commitment to accuracy.

Digital‑first mindset to pivot content for social and streaming platforms.

A self‑starter attitude, eager to learn and adapt to team needs.

Flexibility to handle a morning schedule and the unique pace of a top‑tier morning show.

Why This Role Rocks

Be part of a legendary team that values creativity, humor, and high‑energy storytelling.

Have a real‑world impact: words reach hundreds of thousands of Arizonans each morning.

Opportunity for growth and mentorship within Gray Media.

Fast‑paced fun with a modern newsroom and resource‑rich environment.

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

Ability to work under pressure, adapt to change, meet deadlines, work well with a team, and work independently.

Exceptional communication skills and excellent knowledge of current events.

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, genetics, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in 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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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