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1 Vacancy
Department: News
Status: FullTime
End Date: June 18 2025
About The Position
The state of California is not politically monolithic and Capital Public Radio is looking for a Statehouse reporter who can tell stories explaining the nuances facing our states lawmakers and political influencers with a commitment to diversity of sources ideas and issues.
Capital Public Radio is looking for a journalist who believes in the watchdog role of the press and who can translate complicated policy regulation and legislation into compelling copy that explains how the legislatures actions affect the daily lives of our audience.
A great candidate for this role will be able to provide thorough thoughtful reporting while also focusing on analysis enterprise and exposition. The statehouse reporter is excellent at connecting with sources and is able to see the big story lurking in the small details. Above all we are looking for a statehouse reporter who is endlessly curious and thrives in exploring how the government impacts the lives of everyone in the state.
CapRadio reporters are responsible for producing indepth contextdriven journalism across multiple platforms including audio text and digital formats. They cover daily news features and enterprise projects ensuring highquality reporting that meets the editorial standards of the newsroom.
Reporters demonstrate proficiency in daily and breaking news coverage spot news writing feature writing cutandcopy scripts voicers and live onair debriefs. They also produce compelling digital content including web stories and newsletters.
In addition to reporting journalists in this role contribute to daily news planning staying informed on local and national developments through multiple sources. They work collaboratively across newsroom roles engaging with colleagues of varying experience levels. Reporters must be able to adapt to different assignments and thrive in a fastpaced deadlinedriven environment.
Most of your output will be shortform daily news but youll also have the space to produce a monthly longform piece that dives deeper into the stories that shape life in Sacramento and the Central Valley.
Please note prior experience in both broadcasting (either radio or television) and political reporting is a must for this position. Previous experience in statehouse reporting is a plus.
The position of Reporter II requires at least three (3) years of fulltime professional journalism experience or other equivalent experience.
The position of Reporter III requires at least six (6) years of fulltime professional journalism experience or other equivalent experience.
Essential Functions
Content Creation:
Field Reporting:
Story Development:
Live Broadcasting:
Editing and Production:
Digital Engagement:
Ethics and Accuracy:
Essential Responsibilities
CapRadio reporters are key contributors to the stations broadcast digital and newsletter platforms producing highquality journalism that informs and engages the audience.
Within 90 days of employment reporters will meet the below standards.
Participation in Newsroom Activities:
Content Production:
Additional Duties:
Ensure all content adheres to CapRadios Content Policy including established guidelines for articles photos and broadcasts.
Collaborate across teams to meet the stations journalistic standards and deliver consistent highquality storytelling.
Adapt to newsroom priorities by producing timely and accurate reports in fastpaced situations.
Stay informed on current events and engage in ongoing professional development to maintain excellence in reporting.
Background Check
CapRadio will require employment and education verification for each new hire.
This role is a hybrid position. You must be able to commute to our Sacramento CA office on a regular basis.
Salary
The annual salary for this role is $66650 to $73000.
CapRadio also offers:
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Please upload your resume and cover letter along with a minimum of three (3) work samples.
Please note prior experience in both broadcasting (either radio or television) and political reporting is a must for this position. Previous experience in statehouse reporting is a plus.
Applicants with disabilities may request and receive reasonable accommodations to apply for the position. If you have any inquiries or trouble submitting your application materials to the link please contact us at or call
You can address your letter to the hiring manager for this position Nia Towne Chief Content Officer.
CapRadio
Attn: Human Resources
7055 Folsom Blvd.
Sacramento CA 95826
Capital Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer.
Full-Time