Production Associate (Project Hire)

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Do you want to be part of the daily newsgathering operation of a 24/7 newsroom? ABC News is looking for a Production Associate to join our Los Angeles Bureau.

Production Associates play a key role in supporting breaking news coverage, field production, live broadcasts, and editorial operations across the country. 

The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives under tight deadlines, and has a strong interest in journalism, storytelling, and current events. 

Schedule Requirement: This role requires regular overnight, weekend, holiday, and other non-traditional shifts as part of a 24/7 news operation.

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• Support producers, correspondents, and field teams on assignments by coordinating logistics, booking travel, gathering editorial materials, and producing live shots for all ABC News platforms.
• Book and manage travel arrangements for correspondents, producers, and crews during breaking news events.
• Monitor breaking news, video feeds, social media, and affiliate sources across the country. 
• Make and answer phone calls during breaking news situations, helping coordinate coverage and communicate with sources, affiliates, and field teams.
• Identify, research, develop, and pitch story ideas.
• Gather and verify information, conduct research, and support producers with fact-checking and background reporting.

• Log and transcribe video content, interviews, and press conferences.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of one year of experience working in a newsroom.
• Interest in current events, journalism, and television news production.
• Strong editorial judgment and news instincts.
• Excellent multitasking, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively under deadline pressure and during breaking news situations.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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