About the role
KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, is launching an exciting new content venture to showcase the best of California. The Features Multimedia Journalist based in San Francisco will tell compelling longform narratives paired with compelling visuals. The ideal candidate loves to uncover impactful and engaging stories about the people and places of the Bay Area to connect with audiences across TV, digital, streaming and social media. You will report to the Assistant News Director. This is an IBEW Union position.
Responsibilities
Capture, edit, and produce engaging long-form feature content.
Uncover and pitch unique ideas for Bay Area stories that will capture attention on all platforms.
Experiment with creative formats for short-form video, long-form storytelling, live streaming and interactive content.
Maintain brand consistency while embracing platform-specific tone and style.
Produce platform-optimized videos, graphics, and written content that go beyond what airs on TV.
Support audience growth by creating shareable, compelling content designed for social media.
Exhibit unwavering integrity and ethical standards
Requirements
5+ years of professional experience in broadcasting or digital content production
Strong storytelling, writing, and script-editing skills
Highly motivated to complete tasks on deadline in a remote workspace
Can carry up to 30 pounds of equipment
Must have experience with video editing tools
Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record
Work varied shifts as needed for story assignments
Must be willing to travel as needed for story assignments
Deep understanding of current digital trends, social media algorithms and audience engagement techniques
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to thrive under deadline pressure and juggle multiple priorities
Related military experience will be considered
Bilingual experience is a plus
Salary
The estimated base salary range for this role is between $100,000 and $115,000. 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
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