WABC - Weekend Assignment Editor
Disney Entertainment, New York, NY, United States
Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform local news and information leaders. WABC-TV has led local news and entertainment programming in the New York City area for more than 60 years. Producing more than 45 hours of live, local news and weather each week, Channel 7 “Eyewitness News” is the most-watched local news in New York and the United States. Quality news and programming, groundbreaking technology, and ongoing community outreach are the hallmarks of excellence that have consistently kept WABC-TV, New York’s No. 1 station and the most-watched television station in the nation!
The work schedule includes two weekend shifts and three weekday shifts. Weekday assignments will be finalized based on operational needs.
Full‑time staff position. The position is covered under the WGA‑ABC National Agreement.
Responsibilities
This individual is a critical member of our newsroom whose responsibilities involve assigning crews, reporters, gathering information about developing news stories, and actively identifying and generating original high‑impact stories that reflect the diversity of our audience.
Handle all inquiries and requests from a variety of individuals and organizations.
Work closely with news managers, producers, and other assignment editors to coordinate coverage of breaking and daily stories.
Identifying social media content for news stories and getting permission for use.
Interact with viewers daily via phone and social media.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of TV newsroom experience.
Strong teammate who interacts in a positive, ethical, and compassionate way with other employees and the public.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A high degree of ethics, empathy, professionalism, and the ability to function well under pressure in fast‑paced situations.
Flexible to work various shifts as needed, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred Requirements
Knowledge of police scanners and online newsgathering.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Preferred Education
College Degree.
The base salary for this WGA position in New York is $139,913.00. 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.
Location: New York, New York.
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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The work schedule includes two weekend shifts and three weekday shifts. Weekday assignments will be finalized based on operational needs.
Full‑time staff position. The position is covered under the WGA‑ABC National Agreement.
Responsibilities
This individual is a critical member of our newsroom whose responsibilities involve assigning crews, reporters, gathering information about developing news stories, and actively identifying and generating original high‑impact stories that reflect the diversity of our audience.
Handle all inquiries and requests from a variety of individuals and organizations.
Work closely with news managers, producers, and other assignment editors to coordinate coverage of breaking and daily stories.
Identifying social media content for news stories and getting permission for use.
Interact with viewers daily via phone and social media.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of TV newsroom experience.
Strong teammate who interacts in a positive, ethical, and compassionate way with other employees and the public.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A high degree of ethics, empathy, professionalism, and the ability to function well under pressure in fast‑paced situations.
Flexible to work various shifts as needed, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred Requirements
Knowledge of police scanners and online newsgathering.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Preferred Education
College Degree.
The base salary for this WGA position in New York is $139,913.00. 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.
Location: New York, New York.
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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