Reporter Jobs in California

A Reporter in the broadcasting industry plays a pivotal role in gathering, investigating, and presenting news and current affairs content to the public. They cover a wide range of subjects including politics, economics, culture, and sports. They conduct interviews, attend events, write news stories, and provide live coverage when required. They often work with a team, including camera operators and editors, to produce high-quality content for television, radio, and the internet. Their work is essential for keeping the public informed about local, national, and international affairs.

To be a successful Reporter, one needs outstanding verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, good interpersonal skills, and a good sense of ethics and integrity. Familiarity with various media production technology and software is also beneficial. A bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field is typically required. Additional certifications like a Certified Journalism Teacher (CJT), Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM), or Certified Radio Operator (CRO) can provide an edge in this competitive field. Ideally, before becoming a Reporter, an individual may have roles such as a News Assistant, Research Assistant, or Junior Journalist to gain practical experience and knowledge in the field.

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Residential Housing Reporter - San Diego, CA

  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Residential Housing Reporter - San Diego, CA Job Description OVERVIEW CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online...

Reporter/MMJ

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

You should also have outstanding live reporting skills, capable of covering breaking news, severe weather, and other developing stories in an aggressive, compelling, creative way....

Reporter, NBC & Telemundo San Diego

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Strong news writing skills and the ability to edit, produce and gather content Able to cover breaking/spot news, general news, and feature stories relevant to the San Diego community...

Reporter

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago

Reporter Location: Remote The San Francisco Chronicle has an opening for a driven and intellectually curious journalist to cover the 15-member Bay Area Congressional delegation in Washington, D.C....

Reporter

  • Studio City, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Studio City, CA
  • 7 days ago

KCBS2/KCAL9 TV, the CBS Owned & Operated Duopoly in Los Angeles, is taking applications for Reporters....

Reporter (Part-Time)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago

Overview Job Title: Reporter Department: News Reporting To: Assistant Brand Manager Employment Type: Part-Time Location: Los Angeles, CA Work Arrangement: On-Site Pay Transparency: This position's anticipated...

Reporter

  • Riverside, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 15 days ago

Summary: The Southern California News Group is seeking a reporter to join our Inland Empire news team full time to cover local governments and issues affecting residents in the region....

Seeking Videographer & Social Media Reporter at San Diego Comic-Con!

  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago

We're looking for 1-2 talented individuals to join our team as a Videographer and Social Media Reporter at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 (July 23-27)!...

Radio News Reporter/Anchor

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 days ago

Repackage content from producers and field reporters for newscasts. May be called on to anchor or report as needed. Produce short-form reports (voicers/wraps) for anchors on the following shift....

Public Safety Reporter

  • Stockton, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 24 days ago

This reporter is also expected to have the range to handle breaking news, as well as general assignment and in-depth, data-driven reporting....

Education Reporter

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 29 days ago

Summary PBS KVIE has an exciting opportunity to join our creative, talented, and mission-driven team as an Education Reporter....

Technology Reporter, CNBC

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago

You also may be asked to work on or lead ambitious projects with a group of other reporters and editors....

News Reporter (R50028984)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

The successful candidate must have strong LIVE reporting skills and the ability to communicate complex stories that our viewers can understand and use to better their lives!!...

News Reporter

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

The successful candidate must have strong LIVE reporting skills and the ability to communicate complex stories that our viewers can understand and use to better their lives!!...

Reporter - AM Newsroom [San Francisco]

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Reporter - KCBS-AM Newsroom (Part-Time, Pipeline Posting) Overview Job Title: Reporter Department: News Reporting To: News Director Employment Type: Part-Time Location(s): San Francisco Work Arrangement...

Demographic Data for California

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Reporter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Emergency Media Training: Facing a Reporter Within 2 Hours This course will quickly teach you how to look your best on camera, prepare a message, develop a strategy for answering questions and...

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Salary for Reporter Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Reporters in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.5%
Master's Degree
16.5%
Associate's Degree
5.6%
High School or GED
4.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.3%


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