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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 ... Political reporting is an important area of focus and you must be able to highlight the impact of ...

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 ... Political reporting is an important area of focus and you must be able to highlight the impact of ...

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 ... Political reporting is an important area of focus and you must be able to highlight the impact of ...

Tribune Media

Reporter

Memphis, TN · On-site

Reporter will work with a photojournalist each day to news gather, report and go live for the ... attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions * Pitches stories to ...

WOWK-TV

Reporter

Memphis, TN

Reporter will work with a photojournalist each day to news gather, report and go live for the ... attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions * Pitches stories to ...

Tribune Media

Reporter

Memphis, TN · On-site

Reporter will work with a photojournalist each day to news gather, report and go live for the ... attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions * Pitches stories to ...

Nexstar Media Group

Reporter

Memphis, TN · On-site

Reporter will work with a photojournalist each day to news gather, report and go live for the ... attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions * Pitches stories to ...

WOWK-TV

Reporter

Memphis, TN · On-site

Reporter will work with a photojournalist each day to news gather, report and go live for the ... attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions * Pitches stories to ...

Nexstar Media Group

Reporter

Memphis, TN · On-site

Reporter will work with a photojournalist each day to news gather, report and go live for the ... attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions * Pitches stories to ...

Hearst

Reporter, Schenectady County

Albany, NY · Hybrid

$24.25 - $33/hr

Minimum of three years working as a daily news reporter; * Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, history, political science or equivalent experience preferred; * Strong, clear, accurate writing ...

Hearst Newspapers

Reporter, Schenectady County

Albany, NY · Hybrid

$24.25 - $33/hr

Minimum of three years working as a daily news reporter; * Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, history, political science or equivalent experience preferred; * Strong, clear, accurate writing ...

Hearst Television

Reporter, Schenectady County

Albany, NY · Hybrid

$24.25 - $33/hr

Minimum of three years working as a daily news reporter; * Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, history, political science or equivalent experience preferred; * Strong, clear, accurate writing ...

Hubbard Broadcasting

Reporter/Anchor

Albany, NY · On-site

Collaborate with the News Director and other news managers to choose stories to broadcast ... Broad knowledge of local, national and international affairs (e.g. political, economic, legislative ...

Nexstar Media Group

Business Reporter

Washington, DC · On-site

$62K - $65K/yr

Business reporter The Hill, a division of Nexstar Media Group, is hiring a Business Reporter to ... partisan political news and information. Inside the Beltway, it's known as an essential, agenda ...

Hearst Newspapers

Reporter, Schenectady County

Albany, NY · Hybrid

$24.25 - $33/hr

Minimum of three years working as a daily news reporter; * Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, history, political science or equivalent experience preferred; * Strong, clear, accurate writing ...

Hearst Newspapers

Reporter, Schenectady County

Albany, NY · Hybrid

$24.25 - $33/hr

Minimum of three years working as a daily news reporter; * Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, history, political science or equivalent experience preferred; * Strong, clear, accurate writing ...

Hearst

Reporter, Schenectady County

Albany, NY · Hybrid

$24.25 - $33/hr

Minimum of three years working as a daily news reporter; * Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, history, political science or equivalent experience preferred; * Strong, clear, accurate writing ...

WOWK-TV

Business Reporter

Washington, DC · On-site

$62K - $65K/yr

Business reporter The Hill, a division of Nexstar Media Group, is hiring a Business Reporterto ... partisan political news and information. Inside the Beltway, it's known as an essential, agenda ...

Tribune Media

Business Reporter

Washington, DC · On-site

$62K - $65K/yr

Business reporter The Hill, a division of Nexstar Media Group, is hiring a Business Reporterto ... partisan political news and information. Inside the Beltway, it's known as an essential, agenda ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for political news reporter in the United States is $27.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Political News Reporter job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,041 per year, or $27.4 per hour.

Local News Reporter

Sacramento, CA • On-site

Hearst
Motion Picture and Video Production • 10K+ employees
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$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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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

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.

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