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Hearst Newspapers

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst Television

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst Television

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA

$70K - $80K/yr

... news leader in Sacramento, CA, and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Reporter who can ... Bilingual experience is a plus * Related military experience will be considered * In-person ...

WOWK-TV

Bilingual producer/reporter

Bakersfield, CA

$18/hr

Working for our Telemundo affiliate, the bilingual reporter/producer creates daily newscast items ... Writes and orders news stories * Approves scripts * Balances news and feature content to create ...

WOWK-TV

Multi-Media Journalist/Reporter

Wichita, KS

Report news and feature stories, blogs and other material originated by the reporter, as assigned ... Must be fluent in English - Bilingual/Spanish a plus. * Promote teamwork and maintain attitude of ...

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How much do bilingual news reporter jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for bilingual news reporter in the United States is $23.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a bilingual news reporter do?

A Bilingual News Reporter gathers, writes, and presents news stories in two or more languages. Their role involves researching current events, interviewing sources, and delivering news to diverse audiences through television, radio, or digital platforms. Being fluent in multiple languages allows them to reach broader communities and cover stories that may otherwise be overlooked due to language barriers. They play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and accessible news coverage for multilingual populations.

How does a bilingual news reporter typically collaborate with newsroom teams to cover stories across multiple languages?

Bilingual News Reporters often work closely with editors, producers, and fellow reporters to ensure accurate and culturally sensitive coverage in both languages. They may participate in editorial meetings to pitch story ideas relevant to diverse audiences, and frequently help translate interviews or news scripts. Collaboration also involves coordinating with technical staff to adapt multimedia content for different language platforms, ensuring all reporting meets newsroom standards for both target language groups.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bilingual news reporter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Bilingual News Reporter, you need excellent writing, research, and interviewing skills in at least two languages, often supported by a degree in journalism or communications. Familiarity with content management systems, audio/video editing software, and newsroom tools like ENPS or iNews is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability help reporters connect with diverse audiences and sources. These competencies ensure accurate, timely, and engaging news coverage for multilingual and multicultural communities.

What is the difference between Bilingual News Reporter vs Bilingual Journalist?

AspectBilingual News ReporterBilingual Journalist
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in journalism, communications, or related fieldSimilar educational background, often with additional specialization in journalism or media
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in newsrooms, on-location reporting, broadcasting studiosInvolves reporting, writing, and editing for various media outlets, including print and online
Industry UsageCommonly used in broadcast news and media outletsUsed across print, online, and broadcast media

Both roles require bilingual skills and a background in journalism, but a Bilingual News Reporter typically focuses on live reporting and broadcast media, while a Bilingual Journalist may work across multiple media formats, including print and digital outlets.

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Infographic showing various Bilingual News Reporter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,090 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA

Hearst Newspapers
Newspaper Publishers • 1 - 5K employees
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$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

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

Salary

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.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of 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
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.

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