KTVZ-TV, the NBC affiliate serving Bend, Oregon, is proud to announce that Gregory Deffenbaugh has been appointed the station’s new News Director. Deffenbaugh brings with him a wealth of experience, having most recently served as News Director at WREX-TV, the NBC station in Rockford, Illinois.
Before his role at WREX-TV, Deffenbaugh held senior news management positions at several respected stations. Deffenbaugh’s extensive career in news management has spanned across multiple markets. He has served as a Senior News Producer at KMGH-TV and KDVR-TV in Denver, as well as in producer roles at KOKH-TV in Oklahoma City and WOI-TV in Des Moines.
Notably, under his leadership as News Director at WREX-TV in Rockford, Illinois, the station received numerous prestigious honors from the Illinois News Broadcasters Association, including Best Station three years in a row, Best Newscast two years in a row, and Best Digital Presence for two consecutive years. WREX-TV was also recognized for Best Breaking News Coverage under his guidance.
“It is an honor to join the talented team at KTVZ-TV and to lead a newsroom that prides itself on its commitment to serving the community,” said Deffenbaugh.
“We are very fortunate to have a journalist of Greg’s caliber join the team.” said Ron Parodi, KTVZ General Manager. “His commitment to the profession, and leadership style that incorporates a culture of care and respect among our staff and community, will perpetuate KTVZ-NewsChannel 21’s 47-year legacy as Central Oregon’s news leader.”
Deffenbaugh is a 2009 graduate of Northern Arizona University with a bachelor’s degree in organizational communication & journalism. During his career, he has earned numerous accolades, including a regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for Overall Excellence in 2020 and 2019, an Emmy Award from the Heartland NATAS, and recognition from the Colorado Broadcasters Association for Best Newscast and Best Hard News Coverage in 2017.
For more information, contact News Director Gregory Deffenbaugh at Gregory.deffenbaugh@ktvz.com or call 541.383.2121.
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