California On-Camera Host & Reporter: Storyteller

KCRA 3 & My58 Television

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 125,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Hearst Television in Sacramento is seeking an experienced Host and Reporter to lead a new California-focused program. You’ll appear on camera, write and edit scripts, and tell engaging stories for TV, digital, streaming and social audiences.

The role requires versatile storytelling, deadline-driven work and collaboration with the news team under the Assistant News Director. Travel may be needed and shifts vary to cover breaking news and features.

Qualifications

6+ years of on-camera hosting or reporting experience.
Strong storytelling, writing and script-editing skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Willing to travel as needed for story assignments.
Ability to work varied shifts and meet deadlines.
Understanding of digital trends and audience engagement.

Responsibilities

Deliver scripted and adlib material with personality, purpose and pizzazz
Uncover and pitch unique ideas for stories across platforms
Experiment with formats for short-form, long-form, live streaming and interactive content
Conduct engaging interviews with high-profile guests for multiple platforms
Collaborate with managers, producers, reporters, photographers and editors
Exhibit integrity and ethical standards