Associate Producer – ABC News Live (As-Needed) (Expression of Interest)

American Broadcasting Companies, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

ABC News Live is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Associate Producers to support our 24/7 streaming news operation in New York. This is a pool for future production needs, including breaking news and additional editorial support.

We seek journalists who thrive in fast-paced environments, react quickly to breaking news, generate strong story ideas, source compelling video, and demonstrate solid news judgment under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience producing in digital, streaming, or broadcast contexts.
• Proficiency with Avid or similar editing software; iNews experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Produce a variety of stories, including writing, editing video, and graphics.
• Source video and editorial elements to keep coverage fresh as stories develop.
• Support production in a high-pressure control room environment.
• Take initiative while collaborating with producers and the editorial team.

Skills

Editing software

Editorial judgment

Writing skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Flexible shifts

News production

Video production

Education

Bachelor’s degree in TV/film/journalism

Tools

Avid editing

iNews

Job description

ABC News Live is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Associate Producers who may be available to support our 24/7 streaming news operation in New York. This is an opportunity to join our as-needed talent pool for future production needs, including breaking news and other coverage requiring additional editorial support.

We are interested in journalists who thrive in fast-paced environments, react quickly to breaking news, generate strong story ideas, source compelling video, demonstrate solid news judgment, and work effectively under tight deadlines.

What You May Do

• Produce a variety of stories, including writing, editing video, and creating graphics or working with Graphics Team to segment produce.
• Source video and other editorial elements and help keep coverage fresh as stories develop and editorial needs arise
• Support production in a high-pressure, fast-paced control room environment.
• Take initiative while collaborating closely with producers and the broader editorial team.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 3 years of experience producing in a digital, streaming, or broadcast environment.
• Familiarity with Avid and/or other non-linear editing software, experience with iNews, and camera shooting experience preferred.
• Ability to take initiative and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Prior video production experience, strong editorial judgment, writing skills, organization, and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, which may include evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, and breaking-news coverage.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in TV, film, journalism, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.