KABC Newswriter/Newscast Producer

ABC (Glendale, California)

Posted 2 weeks ago

ABC7 Los Angeles is looking to hire a staff Newswriter/Newscast Producer to join Southern California’s news leader.  Do you have the ability to write stories and produce newscasts with emotional and visual impact in a collaborative and innovative newsroom?  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. 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.

Responsibilities:

  • Write and produce for newscasts as assigned
  • Edit video and booth newscasts
  • Work with reporters, editors, directors, and others to shape stories and newscasts

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 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 overnight.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Dalet, non-linear editing, and Ross XPression.

Required Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree.

Additional Info:

  • The pay range for this NABET Union role in Glendale, California is $21.72 to $38.03 per hour.  
  • The role also has potential for additional compensation for overtime, producing, and early morning or overnight shifts.
  • The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Please apply online at www.abc7.com/jobs or send resume to:  ABC7 Los Angeles, Attn: HR, Dept. NWP/naja 500 Circle Seven Drive, Glendale, CA 91201.  Equal Opportunity Employer – Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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