Associate Producer - Audio

Job Description

ABC Audio is America's premier source for radio news, entertainment content, and podcasts. ABC News Radio reaches more Americans than any other commercial broadcaster through its network of more than 1,600 radio stations and digital distributors. It offers on-demand audio, video, and social media content, as well as news, entertainment, and lifestyle digital text stories. ABC Audio is also a top-ranked podcasting network and is home to ABC News' flagship daily news podcast, ''Start Here,'' as well as the critically acclaimed narrative non-fiction shows ''The Dropout'' and ''Reclaimed.''

Are you passionate about the power of audio storytelling? ABC Audio is looking for an ambitious, creative, and collaborative Associate Producer to join our industry-leading team. In this fast-paced newsroom environment, you'll contribute to both our radio and podcast platforms, which will help to deliver compelling, high-quality content to millions of listeners.

At ABC Audio, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive team that thrives on curiosity, innovation, and journalistic excellence.

What You Will Do
• Responding quickly and effectively to breaking news events and supporting live broadcast coverage
• Communicating directly with affiliate stations to ensure timely, accurate information sharing
• Editing and adapting ABC News broadcasts for podcast platforms
• Pitching original story ideas and contributing meaningfully to editorial discussions
• Supporting radio talent and producers in daily newsroom production
• Recording, editing, and mixing audio for news, features, and special projects
• Supporting podcast production as needed, including transcribing tape and fact-checking scripts

Required Qualifications & Skills
• Minimum of one year working in a radio/audio role, such as an internship, college radio station, or network-level experience
• Background in journalism and a keen interest in current events, history, and pop culture
• Proficiency in audio editing and sound mixing
• Sharp attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working in a fast-paced broadcast or digital newsroom
• Familiarity with audio editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Pro Tools)
• Basic knowledge of video editing tools

Education:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

This position reports directly to the Deputy Managing Editor of ABC News Radio.

The hiring range for this position in New York is $61,500 to $82,300 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.

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.

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.

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