Newswriter/Newscast Producer, KABC-TV

Job Description

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 is a key member of our weekend team – you will produce afternoon and evening newscasts on the weekend and write during the week. This person will also fill in producing weekday newscasts as 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. As the first dayside producer on duty on weekends, this person plays a key role in setting our news agenda for the day and evening. 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 afternoon and evening 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.  Please apply online at www.abc7.com/jobs or send resume to:  ABC7 Los Angeles, Attn: HR, 500 Circle Seven Drive, Glendale, CA 91201.  Equal Opportunity Employer - Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
 
 
 

Job Requirements

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.

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