KABC Freelance Newswriters

3 Months ago • 2 Years + • Video Editing

Job Summary

Job Description

ABC7 Los Angeles is searching for experienced television Newswriters to join their freelance team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in writing scripts, editing video, and producing newscasts. Responsibilities include writing and producing newscasts as assigned, editing video and booth newscasts, and collaborating with reporters, editors, directors, and others to shape stories and newscasts.
Must have:
  • Minimum 2 years broadcast news experience
  • Ability to work quickly under deadlines
  • Scheduling flexibility for weekends, overnights, and holidays
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of Dalet, line producing, non-linear editing, Ross Expression, and touch-screen technology
Perks:
  • Daily payment in-lieu of benefits
  • Potential for additional compensation for overtime, producing, and early morning or overnight shifts
  • Medical, financial, and other benefits (dependent on level and position offered)

Job Details

Job Summary:

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.

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