Newswriter and Newscast Producer

This is a Full Time Job

ABC7 Los Angeles is looking to hire a staff Newswriter/Newscast Producer to join Southern California's news leader. We are looking for a bold producer and writer with an eye for breaking news and big story coverage who is looking to make an impact in a collaborative and innovative newsroom. This person will work a nightside writing shift on weekends and three nights during the week and will fill-in as a line producer when needed.

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. This person plays a key role on our nightside team and is the go-to breaking news and fill-in producer.

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 weekend and weekday evening and afternoon 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 4 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 weekends and overnights if needed.

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

Required Education
• Bachelor's degree.

This position is covered under the NABET-CWA – ABC Master Agreement.