Part-Time NABET Desk Assistant

WABC-TV has been the leader in 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.

WABC-TV is seeking a Desk Assistant 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.

This is a NABET-CWA represented position.

Responsibilities:

• 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 – how often

• 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)