KABC - Digital News Producer

Job Summary:

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

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

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