WABC-TV (ABC7) Creative Services/Promotions Intern

About the Role & Program

WABC-TV, the flagship Disney/ABC–owned television station in New York, is the most watched television station in the New York television market and the United States. WABC also leads the local news market in digital and social-engagement metrics! Channel 7’s Creative Services department functions as an in-house advertising agency promoting Eyewitness News, which is New York’s #1 news brand; the abc7NY digital/social brands; the ABC7 New York streaming platforms; and all local programming on WABC-TV.

This internship might be for you if you enjoy a very hands-on learning environment, seek to be entrusted with genuine responsibility, appreciate constructive feedback, and are looking for mentorship. As our intern, you will gain knowledge and real-world experience in production, post-production, promotion writing, and media marketing. You are very self-motivated, willing to take on new challenges, capable of meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work, while making the most of your time with us to truly make a difference.

What You Will Do

As the intern in our Creative Services department, you will assist producers in preparing spots for air and will be responsible for shepherding various projects through to completion. You will gain exposure to multiple departments at the station, including News, Programming, Production, Graphics, and Sales/Marketing. Video editing experience is absolutely essential.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Outstanding video editing experience in Adobe Premiere
• Familiarity with ABC7 New York properties (linear, social, digital, streaming)
• Attention to detail, exacting standards, and outstanding organizational skills
• Major or previous coursework in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Video Production, or related major
• Proven track record working independently

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to use DSLR cameras is a plus
• Familiarity with graphic and/or motion design programs (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, AfterEffects, etc.)

Education

• Junior/Senior-level standing

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants:  You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.  
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information

• Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• The approximate dates of this internship are June 2025 through January 2026
• All candidates must be willing to work 24 hours/week during a Monday-Friday schedule (hours and days to be determined by your supervisor)
• Must provide own housing for the duration internship program in the New York, New York area
• Must have reliable transportation to/from work in the New York area

Requested Documents

• Candidate to provide a link to a portfolio of work samples on resume (if applicable, please include a password in the section indicated in the application)

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