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Hearst Newspapers

Multimedia Journalist

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$58K - $70K/yr

The Multimedia Journalist is motivated, loves telling stories and is prepared to deliver them live ... orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability ...

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Multimedia Journalist

Westbrook, ME · On-site

The Multimedia Journalist should be an accurate, ethical, compelling storyteller with a team ... orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability ...

Hearst

Multimedia Journalist

Sacramento, CA

$58K - $70K/yr

The Multimedia Journalist is motivated, loves telling stories and is prepared to deliver them live ... orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability ...

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Multimedia Journalist

Abilene, TX

KTXS is looking for a Multimedia Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting ... or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual ...

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How much do racing journalist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for racing journalist in the United States is $60,979.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Racing Journalist job?

A Racing Journalist covers motorsports events, providing news, analysis, and feature stories on races, teams, and drivers. They attend events, conduct interviews, and write articles for online, print, or broadcast media. Strong knowledge of motorsports, excellent writing skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines are essential. Many also utilize social media to engage with fans and report live from events.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Racing Journalist?

As a Racing Journalist, your daily tasks often involve attending race events, conducting interviews with drivers, team staff, and industry experts, and producing timely articles or multimedia content. You may also analyze race results, monitor breaking news, and engage with fans through social media platforms. Collaboration with photographers, editors, and other journalists is common to ensure comprehensive event coverage. Staying up to date with industry developments and meeting tight deadlines are integral parts of this dynamic and exciting role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Racing Journalist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Racing Journalist, you need strong writing, interviewing, and research skills, typically supported by a background in journalism or communications. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, audio/video editing software, and content management systems is often required. Persistence, quick thinking, and the ability to build relationships are valuable soft skills in this fast-paced environment. These abilities are crucial for delivering accurate, timely, and engaging coverage of racing events while building a reputable professional profile.

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Infographic showing various Racing Journalist job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 84% In-person, 8% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,979 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Multimedia Journalist

Hearst Newspapers

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$58K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who provides high-quality coverage of Stockton and the surrounding area. The ideal candidate can identify important story ideas, shoot and edit video news packages and present content in a compelling manner. The Multimedia Journalist is motivated, loves telling stories and is prepared to deliver them live. You will report to the News Operations Manager. This is an IBEW Union position.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments
  • 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 in Stockton and the surrounding area that provide tips to break stories of significance
  • Gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
  • Put together creative, dynamic packages
  • Contribute pictures, video and text updates to all platforms throughout the day
  • Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Requirements

  • 2 or more years of professional journalism experience
  • Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details
  • Write clear, compelling copy that supports the images
  • Can work in all weather conditions
  • Can carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
  • Must have experience with video editing tools
  • Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record
  • Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
  • Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
  • Related military experience will be considered
  • Bilingual experience is a plus
  • In-person attendance is required

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 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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