Rebecca Wright
Rebecca Wright is a highly rated anchor, broadcast news journalist, and foreign correspondent with over 15 years of global experience. Known for her prolific content production, she has conceived and produced thousands of television news stories and has interviewed high-profile figures such as US President Joseph Biden and Scarlett Johannsen.
Rebecca recently served as the anchor and editorial lead for Newshub Nation, a flagship longform political interview show on New Zealand’s largest commercial network. Her career highlights include her tenure as the US correspondent for New Zealand's largest television network, where she covered major political events and breaking news stories. Rebecca's expertise spans various topics, from politics to entertainment, and she excels at making complex issues accessible to a broad audience.
Rebecca has produced and delivered hundreds of hours of authoritative reporting infused with trenchant analysis. She has anchored and shaped editorial for flagship longform political programming, special news coverage, and news-magazine formats. She formed the centerpiece of a nightly news and interview program, shaping its creative identity and structuring, researching, and producing longform live political interviews with top newsmakers.
Her global career has taken her from the US to Hong Kong, New Zealand, and Argentina. Rebecca has developed expansive topical expertise with a special focus on politics, covering events such as the 2020 US presidential race and the China trade war. Her adaptability and versatility are evident in her work, from global breaking news to red carpet interviews.
Rebecca's notable achievements include anchoring Newshub Nation, a live 60-minute in-depth political interview program on New Zealand’s largest commercial broadcaster, and co-producing Newshub Nation Powerbrokers Debate, a live primetime political debate during the 2023 election campaign. She has also anchored News Hub Live at 8pm, a primetime news and interview program, and co-hosted a 2020 US election primetime special that garnered a significant audience.
In addition to her on-camera work, Rebecca has managed logistics and operations for a US news bureau, secured and conducted interviews with newsmakers from around the world, and developed deep expertise in producing companion pieces for digital and social media distribution.
For event organizers and conference planners, Rebecca Wright offers a unique blend of experience and insight. Her engaging storytelling, strong interviewing skills, and comprehensive understanding of global issues make her an exceptional master of ceremonies for any event.
