KABC - Digital News Producer

Disney Entertainment; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

KABC Television, LLC in Glendale, CA is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated digital news specialist to post breaking local and national news across websites, apps, and social platforms. You will collaborate with news managers and talent to coordinate on-air and online coverage and execute livestreams while maintaining ABC7's editorial standards.

Requires 2+ years of experience, flexible hours including overnights, and strong writing with AP style.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in news/digital
• Available to work flexible hours, including overnights, weekends, and holidays
• Strong editorial skills, sharp news judgement and social media expertise
• Excellent grammar, writing and AP style proficiency
• Proven ability to multitask in a high pressure news environment
• Capable to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to edit photos and video using Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Canva
• Understanding digital metrics/analytics and ability to apply knowledge to workflows
• Strong understanding of SEO and social media best practices

Responsibilities

• Timely posting of breaking local and national news on all digital platforms
• Work with news managers, assignment editors and talent to coordinate on-air and online news coverage
• Execute livestreams on owned and social platforms
• Site troubleshooting and overall site maintenance reflective of the high editorial standards of ABC7 and abc7.com

Skills

Editorial skills

AP style

Social media

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in journalism

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Photoshop

Canva

Job description

Job Requirements

KABC ABC7, the Disney/ABC owned station in Los Angeles is looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, tech-savvy, news junkie to join the Digital Team at our studios in Glendale. ABC7 covers the biggest stories of the day and how those stories impact local communities. ABC7 content ranges from news to weather, sports, traffic, and live video.

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

Responsibilities

• Timely posting of breaking local and national news on all digital platforms, including but not limited to websites, apps and social media
• Work with news managers, assignment editors and talent to coordinate on-air and online news coverage
• Execute livestreams on owned and social platforms
• Site troubleshooting and overall site maintenance reflective of the high editorial standards of ABC7 and abc7.com

Basic Qualifications

• +2 years of experience
• Available to work flexible hours, including overnights, weekends, and holidays
• Strong editorial skills, sharp news judgement and social media expertise
• Excellent communication, grammar, writing, and AP style proficiency
• Proven ability to multitask and thrive in a high pressure news environment
• Capability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to edit photos and video using tools like Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Canva, etc.
• Understanding digital metrics/analytics and ability to apply knowledge to workflows
• Strong understanding of SEO and social media best practices

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field

Disclaimer

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $73,000 - $98,000 per year. 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.

This position is with KABC Television, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

KABC Television, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. 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.

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The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.