Digital Multimedia Journalist & Social Storyteller

Hearst Magazines; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

KCRA 3, a Hearst Television station, is seeking a Digital Multimedia Journalist to blend on-air reporting with digital and social storytelling across TV, web, streaming and social platforms. The role reports to the News Operations Manager and is an IBEW union position.

Responsibilities include presenting live reports, capturing and editing content for multiple platforms, and developing original, digital-only story ideas with a strong emphasis on audience engagement and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in digital content production, journalism or broadcasting.
• Strong storytelling, writing, and script-editing skills.
• Must have experience with video editing tools.
• Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record.
• Work varied shifts, including mornings, weekends and holidays.
• Deep understanding of current digital trends, social media algorithms and audience engagement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Present live reports, including breaking news, for weekend morning newscasts.
• Capture, edit, and publish content for all platforms.
• Pitch and execute unique digital-only story ideas.
• Experiment with formats for short-form video, live streaming and interactive content.
• Maintain brand consistency while adapting to platform tones.
• Produce platform-optimized videos, graphics, and content beyond TV segments.
• Support audience growth with shareable social content.
• Uphold journalistic integrity and ethics.

Skills

Storytelling

Writing

Script editing

Teamwork

Communication

Deadline-driven

Multitasking

Digital trends

Bilingual (nice-to-have)

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

KCRA 3, a Hearst Television station, is seeking a Digital Multimedia Journalist to blend on-air reporting with digital and social storytelling across TV, web, streaming and social platforms. The role reports to the News Operations Manager and is an IBEW union position.

Responsibilities include presenting live reports, capturing and editing content for multiple platforms, and developing original, digital-only story ideas with a strong emphasis on audience engagement and timely delivery.