Come join the Bay Area’s top-rated news station! KTVU FOX 2 is seeking individuals that have a respect for journalism and want to be part of the station’s best-in-class reporting, both in front of the camera and behind the scenes! Be part of a winning team with a diverse culture that believes in supporting, mentoring, and training our staff. 

Current open positions (see full descriptions and application links below)

• Streaming Producer
• Account Executive
• Newscast Director (Daily Hire)
• Per Diem Technician

Streaming Producer

KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco is seeking a Streaming Producer with strong technical instincts and a deep understanding of digital-first news production. This role is centered on live streaming, social video, and platform-native storytelling. You will be responsible for producing, managing, and optimizing live and on-demand content across FOX LOCAL connected TV and mobile apps, as well as all major social platforms, ensuring coverage is fast, accurate, visually compelling, and technically sound.

Reporting to newsroom leadership, the ideal candidate is fluent in the mechanics of streaming production and social/digital distribution, CTV, and understands how audiences consume news outside of linear TV with a balance of speed, quality, and journalistic integrity. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a live environment and wants to build the future of local news.

Does This Sound Like You?

If you are a news junkie but no longer get your news from traditional television and instead turn to live streams, social video, and your phone for breaking news and real-time updates, this role is built for you.

You must be digitally native, technically confident, and calm under pressure. You need to understand streaming workflows, live video production, and best practices for digital and social platforms. Strong news judgment, close attention to detail, and smart editorial and technical decision-making are a must. You need to thrive in collaborating across teams, experimenting with new formats, and using data to improve performance. If you excel at creating content that reaches audiences where they are and keeps them coming back, we want you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Produce and manage live streaming coverage of breaking news, live events, press conferences, and original programming for FOX LOCAL apps and social platforms.
• Operate and oversee streaming production tools, including live switching, encoding, clipping, publishing, and real-time troubleshooting.
• Create platform-native digital and social video content, including live clips, short-form video, graphics, and text-based storytelling optimized for mobile & CTV consumption.
• Distribute and optimize content across the FOX LOCAL apps, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, and emerging platforms with an emphasis on growth and audience engagement.
• Collaborate with newsroom, digital, social, and production teams to align coverage, workflows, and priorities across platforms.
• Monitor real-time analytics, audience behavior, and trending topics to inform editorial and production decisions before, during, and after live streams.
• Ensure all content meets journalistic standards, legal requirements, and FOX group guidelines for quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Participate in ongoing testing and refinement of streaming formats, tools, and workflows.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Journalism, Communications, Media Production, TV/Film production, or a related field with a digital focus.
• 3 or more years of experience producing digital video, live streams, or social-first news content; newsroom experience strongly preferred.
• Strong technical proficiency with live streaming workflows, including video switching, live publishing, clipping, and distribution.
• Hands-on experience with video editing tools and production software; Adobe Creative Suite experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated understanding of social media platforms, video formats, and audience behavior across digital ecosystems.
• Experience using analytics tools to measure performance and adjust content strategy in real time.
• Excellent editorial judgment, writing skills, and attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and non-traditional hours as news demands.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $100,000.00-111,500.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

To apply for this role, clickhere.

Account Executive

Come join the Bay Area’s top rated news station! KTVU FOX 2 is seeking an Account Executive who is equal parts personable, detail oriented, and self-motivated with a desire to be part of the station’s best in class team! We have a diverse culture that believes in supporting, mentoring, and training our staff. We are searching for an experienced Account Executive who can maintain and grow existing accounts, while actively pursuing and growing new business. As part of our total compensation benefits package we offer comprehensive medical plans, three weeks’ vacation, 401k, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few. The compensation for this position consists of a base salary plus commission with a total combined target of $135,000 to $150,000.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop a consistent stream of new business and manage an active sales pipeline in order to achieve monthly revenue targets.  This position places a heavy emphasis on business development.
• Utilize all of the stations offerings (FLX/OTT, KTVU/KTVU+ best in class News and syndicated programming, FOX Network, Fox Sports, market leading station website and streaming products) in order to create compelling multi-screen campaigns and sponsorships.
• Maintain and grow existing client list by providing excellent customer service and collaborating with clients to create impactful campaigns.
• Successfully sell KTVU’s year-round high profile sporting events including: 49er and NFL games, SF Giants, MLB All-Star Game, MLB, MLB Playoffs, World Series, College Football, Oakland Roots, the 2026 Men’s World Cup, and more!
• Gain key insight on client goals and objectives in order to make presentation and recommendations to successfully achieve them with all of our offerings.
• Responsible for selling sponsorships that may include promotions initiated by sales persons.
• Utilize all available sales tools in order to educate clients on the broadcast landscape and develop value propositions to earn client’s business.
• Manage and maintain campaigns to ensure all deliverables are met and provide superb after-sales support in order to develop long lasting partnerships.
• Work closely with Sales Managers and Regional Digital Sales Manager in order to meet specific measurable sales targets.
• Other duties assigned as deemed necessary and appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

• Media sales or other outside sales experience required.
• A strong understanding of the Digital/OTT space preferred.
• Ability to create, present, and sell through opportunities to clients and advertising agencies.
• Experience with Wide Orbit, Wide Orbit Media Sales, and Kantar applications a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs including Excel, Power Point, Word, and Outlook.
• Effective time management, communication, and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and utilize the stations resources to efficiently manage station and client demands.
• Must possess a driver's license with a good driving record
• High School diploma is required; 4-year College degree is preferred.

To apply for this role, clickhere.

Newscast Director (Daily Hire)

Join the dynamic team at KTVU FOX 2 and FOX Local, the Bay Area's leading source for news and information!  We're on the lookout for passionate individuals who value journalism and aspire to contribute to our top-tier reporting, both on-screen and behind the scenes, across broadcast and streaming platforms.  Be part of a winning team that believes in supporting, mentoring, and training our staff. We are searching for a curious, creative and competitive Newscast Director (daily hire, 2-3 days per week) who is ready to take their skills to the next level.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct live newscasts, original programs, specials, and continuous coverage during breaking news and severe weather situations for both television and digital platforms.
• Utilize a mix of manual and automated broadcast software and switchers to execute productions.
• Code and prepare newscasts with thorough knowledge of camera operations, graphics integrations, and audio controls.
• Organize and manage show rundowns, including coordination of live shots and timing of cues.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with producers, on-air talent, and production staff.
• Innovate daily to differentiate and elevate the station's local news presentation on all platforms.
• Help Lead and direct the work of camera crews, audio operators, and floor directors as necessary.
• Collaborate closely with various teams to offer a unique and engaging viewing experience for the audience.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma is required; 4-year College degree is preferred.
• Candidate must have 3 to 5 years’ experience using Grass Valley Ignite Automation.
• A strong technical understanding of new technology is also required.
• Ability to work flexible schedule and days off.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills are required.

The hiring range for this position is $50.00 to $52.60 per hour for Oakland, CA, KTVU Fox 2's studio location, and will be based on a candidate's knowledge, skills and experience.

To apply for this role,click here.

Per Diem Technician

Come join the Bay Area’s top rated news station! KTVU FOX 2 is seeking individuals that have a respect for journalism and want to be part of the station’s best in class reporting, both in front of the camera and behind the scenes! We are looking for a Per Diem Broadcast Technician. Come be a part of a winning team with a diverse culture that believes in supporting, mentoring, and training our staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Operating in Master Control, the Technical Operations Center, and Ingest.  Master Control automation experience is a must with an emphasis on switching live sports. 

Ensuring compliance with FCC regulations related to closed captioning, EAS, transmitters, text-to-speech, and the CALM Act. Live news experience is also a must to include tuning in live shots via microwave, satellite, and bonded cellular.  Other duties include commercial and program ingest and segmentation as well as quality control of on-air signal.  Flexibility to work a variety of shifts that may include nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Other duties as deemed appropriate and necessary.

Minimum Requirements:

The ability to work under tight timelines and high stress while maintaining an exceptional on-air product. Basic technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to properly communicate issues to the Maintenance Engineers and supervisors. Computer hardware, software, and networking experience and the ability to quickly learn new applications and workflows.  Must work well with others in and out of the Engineering department and be able to communicate clearly in writing as well as in person.

Two years of college or technical school and two years of related experience preferred. 

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $27.52-48.86 per hour. To apply for this role,click here.