Features Multimedia Journalist (Northern California)

Hearst Television; 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

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

KCRA 3, a Hearst Television station in Sacramento, is seeking a Features Multimedia Journalist to tell compelling longform narratives paired with strong visuals.

You will report to the Assistant News Director and work across TV, digital, streaming and social platforms, traveling as needed to cover stories while maintaining brand voice and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in broadcasting or digital content production.
• Strong storytelling, writing, and script-editing skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to thrive under deadline pressure and juggle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Capture, edit, and produce engaging long-form feature content.
• Uncover and pitch unique ideas for stories across platforms.
• Experiment with creative formats for long-form storytelling and live streaming.
• Maintain brand consistency while adapting to platform-specific tone and style.
• Produce platform-optimized videos, graphics, and written content beyond TV airings.
• Support audience growth with shareable content designed for social media.
• Exhibit integrity and ethical standards.

Skills

Storytelling

Writing

Script editing

Communication

Teamwork

Deadline pressure

Travel willingness

Bilingual experience (plus)

Tools

Video editing tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, is launching an exciting new content venture to showcase the best of California. The Features Multimedia Journalist based in Sacramento will tell compelling longform narratives paired with compelling visuals. The ideal candidate loves to uncover impactful and engaging stories about the people and places of Northern California to connect with audiences across TV, digital, streaming and social media.

You will report to the Assistant News Director. This is an IBEW Union position.

Responsibilities

• Capture, edit, and produce engaging long-form feature content
• Uncover and pitch unique ideas for stories that will capture attention on all platforms
• Experiment with creative formats for short-form video, long-form storytelling, live streaming and interactive content
• Maintain brand consistency while embracing platform-specific tone and style
• Produce platform-optimized videos, graphics, and written content that go beyond what airs on TV
• Support audience growth by creating shareable, compelling content designed for social media
• Exhibit unwavering integrity and ethical standards

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience in broadcasting or digital content production
• Strong storytelling, writing, and script-editing skills
• Can carry up to 30 pounds of equipment
• Must have experience with video editing tools
• Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record
• Work varied shifts as needed for story assignments
• Must be willing to travel as needed for story assignments
• Deep understanding of current digital trends, social media algorithms and audience engagement techniques
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive under deadline pressure and juggle multiple priorities
• Related military experience will be considered
• Bilingual experience is a plus

Salary

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $58,000 and $70,000. 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.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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 nearly 25 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.