Reporter

Reporter

KCRA 3, the Hearst Television station that is #1 in Sacramento, is looking for a strong, take-charge reporter who is eager to cover our diverse community. The successful candidate is innovative and thrives on digging into important issues. The KCRA 3 News Team sets a high bar for excellence in journalism. We are serious about breaking news, live coverage and investigative reporting. In-person attendance is required.

Job Duties

• Generate strong story ideas that lead newscasts.
• Develop content that goes beyond surface details, accentuates enterprise angles and has exclusive elements. Find compelling characters and work closely with photojournalists to tell dynamic visual stories.
• Create stories that employ innovative techniques, graphics and animations to engage our audience.
• Develop a network of diverse sources to highlight stories of significance.
• Consistently contribute dynamic content on TV, digital and social platforms throughout the day.
• Operate with unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.

Required Skills

• Strong writing and storytelling skills on all platforms
• Exceptional live reporting skills
• Demonstrate impeccable time-management skills.
• Ability to work under very tight deadlines
• Must be a team player who collaborates thoughtfully and respectfully.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of reporting experience.
• Must be willing to work mornings, weekends and holidays.
• A degree in journalism, communications or related experience is preferred.
• Military DINFOS experience is a plus.
• Bilingual experience is a plus.

 The estimated base salary range for this role is between $68,000 and $84,000. 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.