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$ 70000 - 80000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
KCRA 3 the NBC affiliate in Sacramento CA. 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 takecharge reporter who hits the ground running every day. We value strong enterprise reporting and were 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 selfstarter 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 dayof 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
Requirements
- 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 drivers license and a clear driving record
- Work varied shifts including nights and weekends
- Can deal with the stresses and pressures of timesensitive newscast production
- Related military experience will be considered
- Inperson attendance is required
Salary
The estimated base salary range for this role is between $70000 and $ 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. Thats 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
Hearsts 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 familys needs
Employment Type
Full-Time
