KABC News Assistant - Part Time
Disney
KABC News Assistant - Part Time
Job Description
Job Summary:
ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking News Assistants for part-time employment within the news department in support of the daily production of news and other content across all platforms for Eyewitness News. This is an entry level position that will introduce you to the inner workings of a top newsroom. This position is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis
Responsibilities:
- Running teleprompter for all live and recorded newscasts, in-studio shoots, sports shows, etc.
- Pulling file video for reporters and newscasts
- Updating, printing and delivering scripts to talent for newscasts
- Logging video for news conferences, awards shows, pursuits, etc.
- Supporting the assignment desk, following up on tips or leads, answering phones, making calls as needed
- Setting up and recording zoom interviews
- Assist Digital team with clipping video from newscasts for website
- Provide additional newsroom support and handle duties as assigned
- Provide support in the field for live events, parades, on-location shows, etc.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must be able to work a minimum 3 days a week
- Must be willing to work various shifts as needed, including early morning, overnight, weekends and holidays
- Ability to use social media like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, etc. to help research stories
- Ability to work quickly and under continuous deadlines required
- Minimum of one year prior experience, either through an internship or college newsroom
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior newsroom internship experience or college newsroom experience
Required Education:
- College degree or current college attendance required (senior year preferred)
#JConference2025
The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $23,800 to $31,700 per year based on a 29 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
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.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
Locations
- Location Glendale, California, United States
Salary
23,800 - 31,700 USD / yearly
Skills Required
- Ability to use social media platformsintermediate
- Ability to work quickly under deadlinesintermediate
- Communication skills for answering phones and making callsintermediate
- Technical skills for running teleprompter and logging videointermediate
- Organizational skills for updating and delivering scriptsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to work a minimum 3 days a week (experience)
- Must be willing to work various shifts as needed, including early morning, overnight, weekends and holidays (experience)
- Ability to use social media like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, etc. to help research stories (experience)
- Ability to work quickly and under continuous deadlines required (experience)
- Minimum of one year prior experience, either through an internship or college newsroom (experience)
- College degree or current college attendance required (senior year preferred) (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior newsroom internship experience (experience)
- College newsroom experience (experience)
Responsibilities
- Running teleprompter for all live and recorded newscasts, in-studio shoots, sports shows, etc.
- Pulling file video for reporters and newscasts
- Updating, printing and delivering scripts to talent for newscasts
- Logging video for news conferences, awards shows, pursuits, etc.
- Supporting the assignment desk, following up on tips or leads, answering phones, making calls as needed
- Setting up and recording zoom interviews
- Assist Digital team with clipping video from newscasts for website
- Provide additional newsroom support and handle duties as assigned
- Provide support in the field for live events, parades, on-location shows, etc.
Benefits
- general: Full range of medical benefits
- general: Financial benefits
- general: Other benefits dependent on the level and position offered
- general: Bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided
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KABC News Assistant - Part Time
Disney
KABC News Assistant - Part Time
Job Description
Job Summary:
ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking News Assistants for part-time employment within the news department in support of the daily production of news and other content across all platforms for Eyewitness News. This is an entry level position that will introduce you to the inner workings of a top newsroom. This position is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis
Responsibilities:
- Running teleprompter for all live and recorded newscasts, in-studio shoots, sports shows, etc.
- Pulling file video for reporters and newscasts
- Updating, printing and delivering scripts to talent for newscasts
- Logging video for news conferences, awards shows, pursuits, etc.
- Supporting the assignment desk, following up on tips or leads, answering phones, making calls as needed
- Setting up and recording zoom interviews
- Assist Digital team with clipping video from newscasts for website
- Provide additional newsroom support and handle duties as assigned
- Provide support in the field for live events, parades, on-location shows, etc.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must be able to work a minimum 3 days a week
- Must be willing to work various shifts as needed, including early morning, overnight, weekends and holidays
- Ability to use social media like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, etc. to help research stories
- Ability to work quickly and under continuous deadlines required
- Minimum of one year prior experience, either through an internship or college newsroom
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior newsroom internship experience or college newsroom experience
Required Education:
- College degree or current college attendance required (senior year preferred)
#JConference2025
The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $23,800 to $31,700 per year based on a 29 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
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.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
Locations
- Location Glendale, California, United States
Salary
23,800 - 31,700 USD / yearly
Skills Required
- Ability to use social media platformsintermediate
- Ability to work quickly under deadlinesintermediate
- Communication skills for answering phones and making callsintermediate
- Technical skills for running teleprompter and logging videointermediate
- Organizational skills for updating and delivering scriptsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to work a minimum 3 days a week (experience)
- Must be willing to work various shifts as needed, including early morning, overnight, weekends and holidays (experience)
- Ability to use social media like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, etc. to help research stories (experience)
- Ability to work quickly and under continuous deadlines required (experience)
- Minimum of one year prior experience, either through an internship or college newsroom (experience)
- College degree or current college attendance required (senior year preferred) (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior newsroom internship experience (experience)
- College newsroom experience (experience)
Responsibilities
- Running teleprompter for all live and recorded newscasts, in-studio shoots, sports shows, etc.
- Pulling file video for reporters and newscasts
- Updating, printing and delivering scripts to talent for newscasts
- Logging video for news conferences, awards shows, pursuits, etc.
- Supporting the assignment desk, following up on tips or leads, answering phones, making calls as needed
- Setting up and recording zoom interviews
- Assist Digital team with clipping video from newscasts for website
- Provide additional newsroom support and handle duties as assigned
- Provide support in the field for live events, parades, on-location shows, etc.
Benefits
- general: Full range of medical benefits
- general: Financial benefits
- general: Other benefits dependent on the level and position offered
- general: Bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided
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