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Local News Reporter-March 2024
Sacramento
Mar 6, 2026
About Local News Reporter

  KCRA 3, the NBC affiliate in Sacramento and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You will be a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. We value strong enterprise reporting and we're looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, you are not afraid to head out into the field, ask the tough questions and break the big stories. You will be a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the Assistant News Director.

  Responsibilities

  Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments Collaborate with a photojournalist to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance Contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day Work on different stories and projects at once, meeting all deadlines under pressure Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards In person attendance requiredRequirements

  4 to 10 years of professional reporting experience Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered Can work in all weather conditions Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record Work varied shifts, including nights and weekends Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production Related military experience will be consideredSalary

  The estimated base salary range for this role is between $70,000 and $80,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

  Diversity Statement

  At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

  Benefits

  Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

  Medical | Dental | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

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