KABC Newswriter/Newscast Producer

ABC7 Los Angeles is looking to hire a staff Newswriter/Newscast Producer to join Southern California's news leader.  We are looking for a bold producer and writer with an eye for breaking news and big story coverage who is looking to make an impact in a collaborative and innovative newsroom.  This person will work a nightside writing shift on weekends and three nights during the week and will fill-in as a line producer when needed.

Candidates must be great writers and storytellers who also understand the role that digital, streaming and social media play in reaching viewers and creating high-impact content. This person plays a key role on our nightside team and is the go-to breaking news and fill-in producer. ABC7 is focused on owning big story coverage and serving a diverse audience in the second largest market in the country, and we are looking for people to help us make that happen every day.

This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.  

Responsibilities:

• Write and produce for weekend and weekday evening and afternoon newscasts as assigned
• Linear editing of video and booth newscasts
• Work with reporters, editors, directors, and others to shape stories and newscasts

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years experience.
• Must be a self-starter, have great news judgement, thrive on breaking news and deadline pressure.  
• Efficient and excellent writer.
• Organized, collaborative and good at managing people and resources.  
• Must have an eye for impact, relevance and moments that connect with viewers.
• Effectively use social media to gather and distribute news.
• Must be willing to work weekends and overnights if needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Dalet, non-linear editing, and Ross XPression.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree.

This position is covered under the NABET-CWA – ABC Master Agreement. The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $24.3125 to $42.5875 per hour. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.