Monika Schoenenberger anchors "Tagesschau
Monika Schoenenberger is moving from behind the scenes to in front of the camera within the «Tagesschau» newsroom. Starting September 12, 2016, she will host the «Tagesschau» broadcasts at 12:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., as well as «Tagesschau Nacht.».
Monika Schoenenberger has worked as an editor and reporter at "Tagesschau" since 2012 and has many years of experience in TV and print journalism, according to the statement. Since 2000, she has worked as a reporter, author and producer for various TV programs, including "Konsum TV" and "Cash TV" from Ringier AG or "MusicStar" and "Puls" from Schweizer Fernsehen. She has also produced numerous reports for print magazines. The 46-year-old Zurich native has also gained experience as a presenter. Among other things, she was responsible for editing and presenting the stock market program on TeleBärn. With "Burnout - wohin mit der Krise?" and "Keine Zeit zu sterben," Monika Schoenenberger has also produced two documentaries.
Monika Schoenenberger has a degree in history and German linguistics and literature from the University of Zurich and completed postgraduate studies at the Media Training Center (MAZ) in Lucerne. Schoenenberger will anchor her first "Tagesschau" on Monday, September 12, 2016. At the same time, Mario Grossniklaus will be on screen less, as he is now the deputy editorial director of "Tagesschau.
Urs Leuthard, Editorial Director of Tagesschau: "Monika Schoenenberger has been doing a great job as a reporter for four years and last year she showed in a casting what potential she has as a presenter. I'm delighted that she can now also show off her skills on the "Tagesschau" anchor desk."
