Senior Reporter, KSBY
About The Position
KSBY is seeking a Senior Reporter to lead morning news coverage across California’s Central Coast. The reporter works primarily in the field, develops original and exclusive stories, reports for broadcast and digital platforms, and builds relationships with sources and the community. The role includes fronting the morning newscast, contributing leading content to other newscasts, mentoring newer reporters, and representing KSBY at station and local events. The reporter must manage multiple assignments and production deadlines and regularly drive to cover stories throughout the viewing area. The newsroom is described as collaborative and supportive, with an emphasis on local journalism, community connection, creativity, innovation, and public service. The position is based in San Luis Obispo, California. The listed annual salary range is $72,000–$82,000 for candidates performing the work in California.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
- Five or more years of reporting or related journalism experience is preferred.
- Valid driver’s license, strong driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance meeting company requirements.
- Ability to drive regularly as part of daily news-gathering responsibilities.
- Exceptional reporting and storytelling skills across multiple platforms.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
- Dynamic on-air presence and ability to connect authentically with viewers.
- Advanced critical thinking and sound news judgment.
- Ability to develop enterprise stories and pursue leads independently.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Collaborative, team-first mindset and positive newsroom attitude.
- Passion for community engagement and relationship building.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- Five or more years of reporting or related journalism experience.
Responsibilities
- Generate original story ideas and develop content for broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
- Front the morning newscast, report from the field, and turn leading content for other newscasts.
- Research, write, and deliver accurate, compelling stories that inform and engage audiences.
- Cultivate a strong network of sources to uncover exclusive and enterprise reporting opportunities.
- Identify the best angle, approach, and storytelling techniques for each assignment.
- Serve as a mentor and resource for newer reporters in the newsroom.
- Represent KSBY in the community by participating in station and local events.
- Meet daily and long-term production deadlines while managing multiple stories and priorities.
- Drive a personal or company vehicle to cover assignments throughout the viewing area.
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits.
- Retirement savings plan with company match.
- Disability accident insurance.
- Hospital indemnity insurance.
- Critical illness insurance.
- Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
- ID protection.
- Pet discount program.
- Employee assistance program.
- Career path to grow professional experiences.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
