WABC Newscast Producer - Daily Hire
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Posting Title: WABC Newscast Producer - Daily Hire Req ID:
10146239 Job Description: The Disney-owned station WABC in New York
City is looking for an experienced Newscast Producer with the
ability to connect with our audience. The ideal candidate must be a
dynamic and compelling journalist and communicator who will oversee
all elements of daily newscasts. This team member will work
collaboratively with producers, writers, directors, anchors,
reporters, graphic artists, and other newsroom leaders. The
applicant must demonstrate a full understanding of the powerful
voice and responsibility broadcasters have to, and with, the
communities we serve. This team member will produce for all
platforms and dayparts, including early mornings, nights, and
weekends. WABC-TV Eyewitness News in New York City is seeking an
aggressive, motivated, and dedicated Newscast Producer who will
oversee all elements of a daily newscast. Our newscast producer
must produce complex, compelling, engaging newscasts in a highly
competitive, high-pressure environment. A successful candidate must
work well with anchors, reporters, assignment editors, directors,
and graphic artists. Candidates for this position should have a
passion for producing, writing, and delivering news, highlights,
and features in a creative manner. Daily Hire is an employee hired
to work on a daily basis with no requirement of a regular schedule.
Responsibilities: Craft daily newscasts and manage all aspects of
the broadcast Pitch story ideas on a daily basis Communicate well
with others in the newsroom when building shows Collaborate with
digital team members throughout the day Write clear and compelling
broadcast copy Execute last-minute changes in high-pressure
situations Basic Qualifications: Minimum of three years’ experience
producing at a local news station Demonstrated ability to work
under deadline pressures and work in a rapid, fast-paced
environment Detail-oriented with strong editorial and production
skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Must be
flexible with working hours (late nights, overnights, holidays) and
adaptable to change Required Education: High school degree or
equivalent work experience Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree
in Communications, Studio Production, Journalism, or related field
The pay rate for this role in New York is $53.60 per hour. 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. Job Posting Segment:
Disney Networks Job Posting Primary Business: Disney Networks All
Primary Job Posting Category: Production Employment Type: Part time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: New York, NY, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted:
2026-03-18
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