General Assignment Reporter, KFSN-TV

Job Description

KFSN-TV/ABC30 Action News, the ABC Owned Television station in Central California, is seeking a General Assignment Reporter to join our top-rated news team. We want someone who thrives on chasing breaking news, being the top story and owning the competition.

The ideal candidate will report for the station’s newscasts and digital platforms, all while keeping the audience updated along the way on social media. Our reporters are expected to turn creative and memorable stories, and then front them with active live shots. The ideal candidate innovates every day and is willing to experiment with new technology. This person must be organized, and work well under pressure and constant deadlines. We want someone who is receptive to feedback, and brings a positive attitude every day.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities:

• You must be able to research, setup, and write content on a daily basis.
• Collaborate with photojournalists, producers, assignment editors, and managers to execute story assignments.
• Ability to effectively handle breaking news live on-air, without a script.
• Ability to shoot and edit stories as needed.
• Fill-in anchoring as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of reporting experience are required. This is not an entry level position.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Central Valley and bilingual skills are a plus.

Required Education

• High School Diploma

Preferred Education

• College Degree

The pay rate for this SAG-AFTRA union role in California is $52,500.00 to $76,654.00 per year. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
KFSN-TV 1777 G Street, Fresno CA 93706.  Please apply online at www.abc30.com/jobs

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