INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER - KPHO/KTVK

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 46 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 KPHO/KTVK:

Home to 3TV, CBS 5, and Arizonas Family Sports, Arizonas 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 Arizonas Family Originals (long-form programs, documentaries, docuseries, and podcasts, including True Crime Arizona, nearing 2M downloads). Arizonas Family Sports features premier properties, including the Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Phoenix Rising, and AIA state championships.

Job Summary/Description:

Do you have a relentless drive to uncover the truth and a network of contacts that would make a private investigator jealous? Arizonas Family is looking for an aggressive, experienced Investigative Reporter who doesn't just wait for stories to break — you break them. We need a storyteller who can expose wrongdoing in local and state government, dive deep into data to spot trends before anyone else, and deliver it all with the kind of dynamic energy that keeps Arizonans glued to their screens (all of them). If youre ready to own the big story and make a real impact in the Valley, lets talk.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

What Youll Do:
Enterprise exclusive investigations: Dig deep to uncover long- and short-term stories that matter specifically to our Arizona community.
Own the multi-platform approach: Dont just "do TV" — craft your stories for streaming, social, and digital first, ensuring our audience gets the facts wherever they are.
Expose wrongdoing: Hold local and state officials accountable through aggressive reporting and meticulous research.
Analyze the data: Use data-driven insights to identify trends and provide context that makes complex issues relatable and relevant.
Lead big-story coverage: Jump into major breaking news with authority, providing the investigative "why" behind the "what."
Collaborate for impact: Work closely with the News Director, Senior Producer of Special Projects, and our marketing team to ensure your stories reach the widest possible audience.
Build and maintain your network: Cultivate a deep bench of sources and contacts to ensure a steady stream of exclusive, high-stakes content.

What You Bring:
A proven track record: Youve spent years in the trenches of investigative journalism and have the "receipts" to prove it.
Dynamic delivery: You dont just read a script; you command the screen with energy and urgency that connects with viewers.
A digital-first mindset: You understand that a great investigation needs a strategy for every platform, from a 30-second social clip to a deep-dive streaming special.
Solid work ethic: Youre the first one in and the last one out when a story is breaking—you thrive on the grind.
Relatability: You have a knack for taking complex investigations and making them matter to the person sitting in traffic on the I-10.
Aggressive curiosity: You aren't satisfied with the surface level; you keep digging until you find the truth.
Technical savvy: Youre comfortable using data tools and modern newsroom technology to enhance your storytelling.

Why Youll Love It Here:
Real community impact: Your work will directly influence and inform the people of Arizona, making our community a better place.
Innovation-led environment: At Arizonas Family, were evolving on purpose — youll have the tools and the freedom to tell stories in new, exciting ways.
A team of pros: Work alongside some of the best journalists in the business who are just as passionate about the truth as you are.
The Gray Media advantage: Be part of a company that values local news and invests in the future of multi-platform storytelling.

Ready to uncover the next big story in Arizona? Lets create something amazing together.

Qualifications/Requirements:

At least five years of experience as an investigative reporter
Proven investigative skills, including developing sources and accessing open records
Strong storytelling, writing, and on-air abilities
Knowledge and effective use of broadcast, digital, and social media tools
Experience doing computer-assisted reporting research and database analysis is a plus
Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field

If you feel youre 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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.