KFSN General Assignment Reporter

About the role

KFSN-TV/ABC30 Action News seeks a General Assignment Reporter who will cover breaking news, produce engaging stories, and maintain a strong social media presence.

Responsibilities

• Report for newscasts and digital platforms, delivering timely updates on social media
• Research, pitch, and write creative stories, often fronting them with live shots
• Collaborate with photojournalists, producers, assignment editors, and managers to execute story assignments
• Shoot and edit stories as needed
• Create engaging vertical videos for social media
• Represent KFSN-TV/ABC30 Action News at community events and speaking engagements

Requirements

• Demonstrated storytelling and journalism skills
• Flexible schedule, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Highly organized and able to work under deadline pressure
• Naturally curious, positive, and open to feedback
• Innovative and creative storytelling and social media content

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of reporting experience
• Knowledge of the Central Valley
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish preferred)
• Success creating engaging vertical videos for social media
• Strong understanding of local government and politics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

Benefits

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between SAG-AFTRA and KFSN-TV. The pay rate for this role in Fresno, California is $60,000 to $70,000 per year. The pay rate actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The role also has potential for additional compensation for overtime and early morning/overnight shifts.