Morning News Anchor

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

TEGNA

Compensation

$150,000 - $165,000/year

KUSA KTVD-TV Denver

On-site

Posted March 23, 2026

Job Description

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. 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. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

KUSA 9NEWS in Denver, Colorado is seeking a dynamic, experienced Morning News Anchor to join our top-rated morning team. As a trusted voice in the community, our ideal candidate is a strong journalist, skilled communicator, and engaging storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving news environment. This role goes beyond reading the news—it's about driving the day’s conversation, connecting with viewers across platforms, and bringing energy, authenticity, and warmth to our morning newscasts.

Responsibilities:
• Anchor weekday morning newscasts and contribute to news segments across platforms
• Collaborate closely with producers, reporters, meteorologists, and photojournalists to create high-impact, engaging content
• Write, edit, and fact-check scripts that uphold 9NEWS’s commitment to accuracy, clarity, and community relevance
• Lead and participate in live interviews, breaking news, and developing stories in-studio and in the field
• Engage actively with our audience through social media, digital platforms, and station-sponsored community events
• Serve as a newsroom leader, helping shape the tone, content, and storytelling approach of the morning show
• Represent 9NEWS with professionalism and journalistic integrity at all times
• Participate in community events as requested

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of anchoring experience in a competitive news market
• Proven ability to handle breaking news and unscripted moments with poise and accuracy
• Outstanding writing, storytelling, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong on-camera presence and comfort with live reporting
• Experience using newsroom tools like ENPS, video editing software, and digital CMS
• Passion for local journalism and deep interest in the Denver community
• Willingness to work early morning hours, holidays, and occasional extended shifts
• 3-5 years experience anchoring a morning show in a mid-to-large market
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Demonstrated success building a personal brand and audience on social media

Salary: 150k – 165k
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED

The application deadline for this position is April 20, 2026

Pay Range

$150,000—$165,000 USD

Benefits:

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual

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