Digital News Reporter / Writer

Job Description

Digital News Reporter/Writer (Freelance) (ABC News)

ABC News Digital is seeking a freelance reporter/writer to cover breaking news and general assignment stories for the website.The ideal candidate has proven experience writing breaking news for digital platforms with speed and accuracy. Experience with writing/maintaining live blogs is also a plus. This person will have a strong sense of how to approach a story holistically – weaving together information from the field, their own reporting, videos, photos and social embeds to create stories that are engaging, informative and highly visual.The hours are generally 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. PT (3 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET) Sunday-Thursday, though the hours may change on occasion due to coverage needs. This is a fully remote opportunity, though a hybrid schedule at the ABC News LA bureau is possible.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Write breaking news stories in conjunction with reporting from our newsgathering desk with speed and accuracy.
• Write and maintain live blogs, both for coverage of long-term news, such as the war in Ukraine, or events with limited time spans, such as a congressional hearing.
• Work with our Audience Development team to identify and write trending stories.
• Pitch and execute general assignment/enterprise stories when time allows.
• Identify fresh, engaging story ideas, angles and sources.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• At least 5 years of relevant writing experience.
• Proven ability to write clean copy on a deadline
• Experience with web publishing, SEO and AP style
• Have strong multi-tasking skills and be a team player.

REQUIRED EDUCATION
• BA or BS from a 4-year accredited college or university or equivalent experience

PREFERRED EDUCATION
• Master's degree in journalism from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $38.83 to $52.09 per hour. 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 Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

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