Hearst Communications, Inc. is hiring: Local News Reporter in Sacramento

KCRA 3, the news leader in Sacramento, CA, 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. Political reporting is an important area of focus and you must be able to highlight the impact of major decisions in California’s state capital. 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 digital and social platforms throughout the day Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards Can deal with the stresses and pressures of the news production cycle 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 driver's license and a clear driving record Work varied shifts, including nights and weekends Bilingual experience is a plus Related military experience will be considered In‑person attendance is required 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. Medical | Dental | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs About Us Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Job Info Job Identification 2026475 Job Category Content and News Posting Date 04/08/2026, 01:52 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 3 Television Circle, Sacramento, CA, 95814, US #J-18808-Ljbffr