Production Associate – LA Bureau – ABC News

The Walt Disney Company; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC News in Los Angeles is seeking a Production Associate to support daily newsgathering operations within a 24/7 newsroom. This role involves logistical management, editorial assistance, and enhancing content quality by actively participating in various news segments. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and a keen interest in journalism.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year experience working in a newsroom.
• Genuine interest in current events, journalism, and production.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Support producers and correspondents on field assignments.
• Monitor video feeds and breaking news.
• Identify, research, and pitch compelling stories.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Production Associate – LA Bureau – ABC News

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10123052 Location Los Angeles, California, United States Business ABC News Date posted6月. 06, 2025

Job Summary:

Do you want to be part of the daily newsgathering operation of a 24/7 newsroom? ABC News is looking for aProductionAssociateto support the Assignment Desk in our Los Angeles Bureau. This role requires overnight and weekend availability.

Our Production Associatessupport daily newsgathering and broadcast operations by assisting producers and editorial teams with research, script formatting, video editing, and coordinating live and recorded segments. This role is essential in ensuring news content is accurate, timely, and visually compelling.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives under tight deadlines, and demonstrates a strong interest in current events and journalism. This position offers a foundational opportunity to contribute to impactful storytelling in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Responsibilities and Duties of the Role:

• Support producers and correspondents on field assignments by managing logistics, booking travel, and producing live shots for broadcasts includingGood Morning AmericaandWorld News Tonight.

• Monitor video feeds and breaking news across the News Division, making editorial calls to enhance content quality.

• Make and answer phone calls during breaking news, assisting with coordination and communication.

• Identify, research, and pitch compelling stories for news coverage across platforms.

• Log and transcribe video content and write stories for ABC News Digital platforms.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of one-year experience working in a newsroom

• Genuine interest in current events, journalism, andproduction.

• Excellent multi-tasker with attention to details.

• Proven ability to work under pressure.

• Excellent verbal and written communication.

• Availability to work flexible schedules/extended hours/weekends, evenings, overnights.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $53,300 to $71,300 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.

About ABC News:

The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. , which is part of a business we call ABC News .

American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. 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.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

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