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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Reporter

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Summary: The San Diego Union-Tribune is looking for a reporter to cover the East County, including the communities of Santee, La Mesa, El Cajon and Lemon Grove and the more rural areas of the region...

Metro Reporter, Oakland/East Bay

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

Metro reporter, Oakland/East Bay Location: Remote, in market Are you an ambitious reporter looking for an opportunity to tell unique stories and hold power to account in two of the nations most interesting...

Redding and Shasta County Government Reporter

  • Redding, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 4 days ago

Core journalism skills (reporter, producing, editing). Understanding of social media and how to engage audiences on digital platforms in public space. Basic photo and video skills....

Residential Housing Reporter - San Diego, CA

  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 days 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
  • 11 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 11 days ago

KTXL-FOX40, the Nexstar station in Sacramento, is looking for an experienced Reporter/MMJ to join our growing team....

Reporter, NBC & Telemundo San Diego

  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 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
  • 14 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 14 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
  • 15 days ago
  • Studio City, CA
  • 15 days ago

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

Reporter (Part-Time)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 18 days ago

Audacy operates one of the countrys two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the countrys largest markets, as well as one of the countrys largest podcast networks and the Audacy...

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

  • San Diego, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 24 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
  • 27 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 27 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 30+ 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ 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

JOB DESCRIPTION FOX 11 is looking for a Per Diem Reporter with a need to break stories and win every day on-air, on-line and streaming....

Demographic Data for California

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Reporter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
2.1%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.3%


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