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Disney Entertainment WLS Daily Hire Newswriter/Producer in Chicago, Illinois
ABC 7 Chicago’s #1 news is looking to hire a Newswriter/Producer to join our team. Do you have the ability to write stories and produce newscasts with emotional and visual impact in a collaborative and innovative newsroom? Candidates must have outstanding news judgment and be able to craft thoughtful, visually compelling stories that meet the high journalistic standards of ABC7 Chicago. ABC 7 is focused on owning big story coverage and serving a diverse audience in the third largest market in the country, and we are looking for people to help us make that happen every day.
Responsibilities:
Write and produce for newscasts as assigned
Edit video, build graphics and booth newscasts
Work with reporters, editors, directors, and others to shape stories and newscasts
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years' experience
Must be a self-starter, have great news judgment, thrive on breaking news and deadline pressure
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 overnights and weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of Dalet, non-linear editing, and Ross XPression
Newscast production experience
Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree
Additional Information:
This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.
This position is covered under the Company’s collective bargaining agreement with NABET-CWA.
Job ID: 10085827
Location: Chicago,Illinois
Job Posting Company: Disney Entertainment Television
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.