KABC News Photographer

Walt Disney; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC7 Los Angeles seeks an experienced news photographer to join their staff in Glendale, CA. The role involves capturing and editing news stories, operating live broadcast technology, and delivering high-quality content under pressure. Ideal candidates are creative storytellers with strong news judgment and a minimum of five years' experience in local news photography.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Additional compensation package offerings

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a photographer in local news.
• Proficient with a variety of professional quality cameras.
• Experienced with Adobe Premiere and news style editing.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit interviews, B-roll, packages, and execute live shots.
• Operate news vans using microwave, satellite, and broadband streaming technology.
• Work collaboratively with reporters and producers to meet deadlines.

Skills

Storytelling

Creativity

Interpersonal Skills

News Judgment

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Professional Quality Cameras

Live Microwave Truck Operation

Broadband Streaming Devices

Satellite Operation

Job description

Job Posting Title:

KABC News Photographer

Req ID:

10124306

Job Description:

ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking an experienced news photographer for staff employment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, creative storyteller, and curious journalist. We are looking for a team player who works well under deadline pressure and is comfortable handling breaking news in the field with or without a reporter and can reliably deliver content in a timely manner for all platforms. Must have experience in daily newsgathering, live microwave truck operation, knowledge of broadband streaming devices such as Dejero, satellite operation, lighting, and field editing. Adobe Premiere experience required. We are looking for a problem solver who has good news judgment and can elevate a story or interview beyond what is assigned. Expected to be responsible for the proper care and use of all assigned equipment. Additional duties as necessary. Schedule flexibility and willingness to work breaking news, mornings, nights and holidays a must. Knowledge of Southern California a plus. You will be based in Glendale, CA. Candidate should possess excellent interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities:

• Shoot and edit interviews, B-roll, packages, set up and execute live shots, meet daily deadlines
• Safely and efficiently operate news vans using microwave, satellite and broadband streaming
• technology
• Work collaboratively with reporter, desk, producers, writers, managers
• Proven ability to multi-task and thrive in a high-pressure news environment
• Ability to take story from concept to completion independently

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a photographer in local news
• Must be experienced and proficient with a variety of professional quality cameras
• Must be proficient with Adobe Premiere and news style editing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working as a News Photographer in a Top 25 television market
• Bilingual

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Additional info:

This position is covered under the NABET-CWA ABC Master Agreement.

The pay rate for this role in, Glendale, California is $63.0250 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.

Job Posting Segment:

Owned TV Stations

Job Posting Primary Business:

Owned TV Stations All

Primary Job Posting Category:

Broadcast Operations - Linear

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-06-12