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Hearst Television

News Producer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$56K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Have writing and copy-editing skills * Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst

News Producer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$56K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Have writing and copy-editing skills * Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst Newspapers

News Producer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$56K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Have writing and copy-editing skills * Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst

News Producer

Sacramento, CA

$56K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Have writing and copy-editing skills * Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst Newspapers

News Producer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$56K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Have writing and copy-editing skills * Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst

Local News Producer

Salinas, CA · On-site

$48K - $53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills. * Ability to multi-task and ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst

Local News Producer

Salinas, CA · On-site

$48K - $53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills. * Ability to multi-task and ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst

Local News Producer

Salinas, CA · On-site

$48K - $53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills. * Ability to multi-task and ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

NPR

Deputy Managing Editor, Evenings

Culver City, CA · On-site

$160K - $175K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will lead editorial meetings as needed, edit copy and broadcast stories as necessary. This is ... Plan options include medical, dental, vision, life/ accidental death and dismemberment, long-term ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local News Producer

Salinas, CA · On-site

$48K - $53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills. * Ability to multi-task and ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst Television

Local News Producer

Salinas, CA · On-site

$48K - $53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills. * Ability to multi-task and ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local News Producer

Salinas, CA · On-site

$48K - $53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills. * Ability to multi-task and ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local News Producer

Salinas, CA · On-site

$48K - $53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copy-editing skills. * Ability to multi-task and ... Medical | Dental | Vision * 401(k) matching * Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid ...

NPR

Deputy Managing Editor, Evenings

Culver City, CA · On-site

$160K - $175K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will lead editorial meetings as needed, edit copy and broadcast stories as necessary. This is ... Plan options include medical, dental, vision, life/ accidental death and dismemberment, long-term ...

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How much do medical copy editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical copy editor in California is $28.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.83 and $31.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to become a medical copy editor?

To become a medical copy editor, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in life sciences, journalism, or a related field, along with strong editing skills and knowledge of medical terminology. Experience in medical writing or editing, proficiency with editing tools, and familiarity with industry style guides like AMA or APA are also important. Certification from professional organizations can enhance job prospects in this specialized field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical copy editor?

To thrive as a Medical Copy Editor, you need a strong background in medical terminology, excellent grammar, and meticulous attention to detail, often supported by a degree in life sciences, English, or journalism. Familiarity with style guides like AMA or AP, proficiency in editing software (such as Microsoft Word with track changes), and sometimes certification from organizations like the Board of Editors in the Life Sciences (BELS) are important. Outstanding organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage tight deadlines set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for ensuring scientific accuracy, compliance with regulatory standards, and producing clear, reliable medical content.

What does a medical copy editor do?

A Medical Copy Editor reviews and revises medical content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with industry standards. They check for grammatical, spelling, and formatting errors while also verifying medical terminology and scientific data. Their work often involves editing research papers, regulatory documents, educational materials, or healthcare marketing content. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of medical writing guidelines, such as AMA or APA style, are essential in this role.

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News Producer

Hearst Television

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$56K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

KCRA 3, the news leader in Sacramento and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have experience making decisions and communicating the plan. You know how to win the big story, own breaking news and display important weather information to viewers in Northern California. You must be fast and embrace collaboration in a room of same-minded pros. Accuracy is job one! You will report to the executive producer.

Responsibilities

  • Select, research, and write content for live newscasts to make the newscast an "experience" for viewers
  • Work with and guide reporters in story production
  • Coordinate creative vision with team of anchors, reporters, meteorologists, photographers, editors, and production staff
  • Boothing assigned newscasts, breaking news and weather events
  • Live timing newscasts 

Requirements

  • At least two years of producing experience
  • Experience working in a newsroom
  • Have writing and copy-editing skills
  • Coordinate several crews and responsibilities simultaneously
  • Experience summarizing information into easy-to-understand components
  • Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
  • Have and exhibit the highest journalistic integrity and ethical standards
  • Must be available to work holidays, shifts including nights, weekends and overnights, and flexible with schedule to be available during breaking news
  • Bilingual experience is a plus
  • Related military experience will be considered

Salary

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $56,000 and $68,000. 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 is 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
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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