Features Multimedia Journalist (Los Angeles)

Hearst•Sacramento, CA

11d•$110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

KCRA 3, a Hearst Television station, is launching a content venture showcasing California. The Features Multimedia Journalist, based in Los Angeles, creates compelling long-form narratives paired with visuals about the people and places of Southern California. The role reaches audiences across television, digital, streaming, and social media, and reports to the Assistant News Director. This is an IBEW Union position. The journalist captures, edits, and produces feature content; pitches stories; experiments with creative formats; and creates platform-optimized videos, graphics, and written content. The role supports audience growth through engaging, shareable social content while maintaining brand consistency and adapting to the needs of each platform. The position requires varied shifts and travel as needed for story assignments.

Requirements

At least 6 years of professional experience in broadcasting or digital content production.
Strong storytelling, writing, and script-editing skills.
Motivation to complete tasks on deadline in a remote workspace.
Ability to carry up to 30 pounds of equipment.
Experience with video editing tools.
Valid driver's license and clear driving record.
Willingness 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 manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual experience is a plus.
Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Capture, edit, and produce engaging long-form feature content.
Uncover and pitch unique story ideas for the Greater Los Angeles Area for audiences across platforms.
Experiment with creative formats for short-form video, long-form storytelling, live streaming, and interactive content.
Maintain brand consistency while adapting tone and style to individual platforms.
Produce platform-optimized videos, graphics, and written content beyond what airs on television.
Create compelling, shareable social media content to support audience growth.
Exhibit integrity and ethical standards.
Work varied shifts and travel as needed for story assignments.