KABC Newswriters

Job Description

KABC Freelance Newswriters

ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking experienced television Newswriters for freelance employment. This is a great opportunity to join one of the top stations in the country. The ideal candidate will be able to write scripts, edit video, and produce newscasts when necessary.

This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.

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 two years broadcast news experience.
• Ability to work quickly and under continuous deadlines required.
• Scheduling flexibility and willingness to work weekends, overnights, and holidays a must.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of Dalet, line producing, non-linear editing, Ross Expression, and touch-screen technology all pluses.

Required Education:
• Bachelor's degree

Additional Info:
• The role also receives a daily payment in-lieu of benefits and may have potential for additional compensation for overtime, producing, and early morning or overnight shifts.

The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $23.26 to $40.56 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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

KABC Television, LLC 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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d2wbv7-13-58-61-176-42 in your application.