KFSN Anchor Reporter
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10141992 Location Fresno, California, United States Business ABC Owned TV Stations Date posted Feb. 09, 2026Job Summary:
KFSN-TV/ABC30 Action News, the ABC Owned Station in Central California, delivers news coverage across television, digital, social, and streaming platforms. The team is committed to impactful storytelling, breaking news, and community engagement.
Job Summary:
We’re looking for an outstanding Anchor/Reporter who thrives in fast-paced breaking news environments – both at the desk and out in the field. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter and a true team player, able to collaborate with colleagues across the newsroom to deliver compelling stories on every platform.
Key qualities we value:
Active engagement with social media for both news gathering and audience promotion.
Proven ability to connect viewers across linear and digital channels.
Creativity and visual storytelling skills, whether reporting live, producing long-form features, or working solo or with a photographer.
Strong network-building skills and a proven record of developing great contacts and sources, and a history of impactful, memorable journalism.
Flexibility – comfortable shooting and editing their own investigative stories, conducting sit-down interviews with elected officials, or working with a photographer to report out in the field on the big story of the day as it unfolds.
We’re seeking someone who is:
Highly organized and thrives under deadline pressure and constant deadlines.
Positive, receptive to feedback, and eager to lead within the newsroom.
Ready to represent KFSN-TV at community events, promotions, and speaking engagements.
Passionate about connecting with Central California and making it home.
Responsibilities and Duties of the Role:
On-Air & Field Reporting: Handle breaking news live on-air (studio & field) without a script, deliver compelling stories/interviews, fill in for other anchors as needed
Content Creation & Collaboration: Pitch and develop well-vetted enterprise story ideas; collaborate with producers/managers; create unique/shareable content for TV, digital, social, and streaming. Contribute exceptional reporting, writing and interviewing skills. Collaborate with producers and managers before, during and after shows. Actively use social media for news gathering/promotion
Community Engagement: Foster positive relationships, develop strong contacts, participate in community/station events
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of anchoring and reporting experience
Excellent writing skills, solid news judgment, and ethical decision-making
Ability to present active and engaging live shots
Work well under deadline pressure
Schedule flexibility and ability to work holidays
Ability to shoot and edit content as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
Top 60 market experience
Knowledge of Central California
Bilingual – English/Spanish
Ability to shoot and edit content as needed
Experience with Adobe Premiere and/or Dalet One-Cut
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree
The hiring range for this position in Fresno, California is $100,000 to $160,000 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About ABC Owned TV Stations:
The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with KFSN Television, LLC, which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations.
KFSN Television, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.