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ABC7 Los Angeles seeks a newswriter/newscast producer, KABC-TV

ABC7 Los Angeles is looking to hire a staff Newswriter/Newscast Producer to join Southern California’s news leader.  Do you have the ability to write stories and produce newscasts with emotional and visual impact in a collaborative and innovative newsroom?

Candidates must be great writers and storytellers who also understand the role that digital, streaming and social media play in reaching viewers and creating high-impact content. ABC7 is focused on owning big story coverage and serving a diverse audience in the second largest market in the country, and we are looking for people to help us make that happen every day.

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
  • Linear editing of video and booth newscasts
  • Work with reporters, editors, directors, and others to shape stories and newscasts

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience.
  • Must be a self-starter, have great news judgement, thrive on breaking news and deadline pressure.
  • Efficient and excellent writer.
  • Organized, collaborative and good at managing people and resources.
  • Must have an eye for impact, relevance and moments that connect with viewers.
  • Effectively use social media to gather and distribute news.
  • Must be willing to work overnight.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Dalet, non-linear editing, and Ross XPression.

Required Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree.

The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $22.42 to $39.29 per hour.

Please apply online at www.abc7.com/jobs or send resume to:  ABC7 Los Angeles, Attn: HR, Dept. NWP/job 500 Circle Seven Drive, Glendale, CA 91201.

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Mariam Ahmed

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