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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California reporter

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Date Posted August 26, 2025 Industry Digital Media Specialty Politics Required Education Bachelor's Degree Job Status Full-time Salary Not Specified Description: The California state reporter is a passionate...

General Assignment Reporter - Weekends

  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago

Active use of social media for promotion and news gathering....

Snow Reporter (Truckee, CA, US)

  • Truckee, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Truckee, CA
  • 3 days ago

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or...

Higher Education Reporter, Berkeleyside

  • Berkeley, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 5 days ago

The reporter on this beat will have the opportunity to collaborate with Open Campus editors with higher education expertise, and to work alongside a cohort of higher ed reporters at outlets across the...

Snow Reporter

  • Truckee, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Truckee, CA
  • 5 days ago

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether its your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or...

General Assignment Reporter

  • Visalia, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Visalia, CA
  • 7 days ago

This reporter should demonstrate skill at storytelling across platforms....

Freelance Reporter, US and Crime

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Fox News Digital is seeking an experienced Part-Time Freelance Reporter, US and Crime to join our team....

Orange County Reporter, KABC-TV

  • Orange, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 14 days ago

gathering....

City Hall Reporter

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 days ago

The San Francisco Chronicle is looking for a dogged, resourceful reporter to cover the high-visibility San Francisco City Hall beat during an exciting and crucial period, writing about Mayor Daniel...

Local TV Reporter AFTRA - NBC4 Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 days ago

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and...

Business Reporter

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 20 days ago

Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world's largest news-gathering operations globally....

General Assignment Reporter - Orange County, KABC-TV

  • Orange, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 21 days ago

gathering....

Reporter I - Part Time

  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 21 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following is a list of typical duties assigned to the Reporter I & II....

Reporter II - Part Time

  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 21 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following is a list of typical duties assigned to the Reporter 1& II....

Housing and Real Estate Reporter

  • Irvine, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 21 days ago

Date Posted August 04, 2025 Industry Newspapers Specialty Other Job Status Full-time Salary $26.44 - $31.25 Description: Summary: The Southern California News Group is seeking an experienced reporter...

Demographic Data for California

Moving to California? Find some basic demographic data about California below.


Local
National
39,536,271
996,598

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Salary for Reporter Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBroadcasting research efforts.

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
2.2%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.3%


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