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Hearst

News Video Editor

Sacramento, CA

$45K - $52K/yr

Collaborate with producers, reporters, photographers, assignment editors and managers to produce ... Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid Parental Leave * LGBTQ+ Health Services

Hearst Television

News Video Editor

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$45K - $52K/yr

Collaborate with producers, reporters, photographers, assignment editors and managers to produce ... Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid Parental Leave * LGBTQ+ Health Services

Hearst Newspapers

News Video Editor

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$45K - $52K/yr

Collaborate with producers, reporters, photographers, assignment editors and managers to produce ... Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid Parental Leave * LGBTQ+ Health Services

Hearst

News Video Editor

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$45K - $52K/yr

Collaborate with producers, reporters, photographers, assignment editors and managers to produce ... Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid Parental Leave * LGBTQ+ Health Services

Hearst

News Video Editor

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$45K - $52K/yr

Collaborate with producers, reporters, photographers, assignment editors and managers to produce ... Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid Parental Leave * LGBTQ+ Health Services

Hearst

News Video Editor

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$45K - $52K/yr

Collaborate with producers, reporters, photographers, assignment editors and managers to produce ... Emotional Wellness Support * Paid Time Off * Paid Parental Leave * LGBTQ+ Health Services

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How much do wellness editor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for wellness editor in California is $63,193.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,300.00 and $71,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wellness editor?

A Wellness Editor is responsible for creating, curating, and editing content related to health, well-being, fitness, nutrition, and mental wellness. They ensure that information is accurate, engaging, and aligned with the publication's voice and audience. Wellness Editors often collaborate with writers, experts, and medical professionals to provide credible and up-to-date insights. Their job may also include managing editorial calendars, reviewing submissions, and staying informed about industry trends.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a wellness editor?

To thrive as a Wellness Editor, you need a strong background in health and wellness content creation, editorial judgment, and research, typically supported by a degree in journalism, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), SEO best practices, and analytics tools is highly valuable, as are certifications in nutrition or fitness. Excellent interpersonal communication, creativity, and attention to detail make a Wellness Editor stand out in their role. These skills ensure accuracy, engagement, and trustworthiness in content, meeting both editorial standards and audience needs.

What are some of the main challenges wellness editors face in this role?

One of the main challenges Wellness Editors face is staying updated with the fast-evolving landscape of health, nutrition, and wellness research to ensure all published content remains accurate and evidence-based. They must also balance editorial creativity with strict compliance to regulatory and ethical guidelines, especially when discussing medical or sensitive topics. Additionally, Wellness Editors often juggle multiple assignments and tight deadlines, requiring effective time management. Successful professionals in this field actively collaborate with writers, health experts, and marketing teams to produce compelling, trustworthy content that resonates with diverse audiences.

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Infographic showing various Wellness Editor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,193 per year, or $30.4 per hour.

News Video Editor

Hearst

Sacramento, CA

$45K - $52K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Hearst rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 78 rated media

Job description

KCRA 3, the news leader in Sacramento and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for a News Video Editor. We are looking for a candidate with an excellent eye for compelling visuals who is passionate about combining video, sound and storytelling. You must work well with others, always positively representing us with the highest journalistic standards and professionalism on display. You will report to the News Operations Manager. This is an IBEW Union position.

Responsibilities

  • Edit a range of video elements for newscasts on tight deadlines
  • Collaborate with producers, reporters, photographers, assignment editors and managers to produce high-quality content
  • Coordinate incoming video elements from crews in the field
  • Ensure storage and organization of media files
  • Execute our standard of excellence for all edited material
  • Produce and publish content for online platforms
  • Participate in special projects as assigned by news managers

Requirements

  • 2+ years of professional video editing experience
  • Proficiency with editing software such as Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects
  • Must be able to work varied shifts including mornings, weekends and holidays
  • Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
  • Can handle the pressure of time-sensitive newscast production
  • Bilingual experience is a plus
  • Related military experience will be considered

Salary

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $45,698 and $52,988. 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 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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