Job Posting Title:
WABC Digital Content Producer - As NeededReq ID:
10160562Job Description:
Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. WABC-TV has been the leader in local news in the New York City area for more than 60 years. Producing more than 45 hours of live, local news and weather each week, Channel 7 “Eyewitness News” is the most-watched local news in New York and the United States. Quality news and programming, groundbreaking technology, and ongoing community outreach are the hallmarks of excellence that have consistently kept WABC-TV, New York’s No. 1 station and the most-watched television station in the nation.
Eyewitness News seeks an experienced digital content producer who can create, edit, and produce material for our digital, social, and connected TV platforms. This producer must thrive in a high-energy, non-stop news environment to help lead us on breaking news and to create compelling content that our users will want to share.
Some of the specific duties include managing breaking news and other content on abc7ny.com, creating original videos, directing live coverage, optimizing content for more reach and impact, and helping to manage our social media presence and engage our audience.
An As-Needed employee is hired to work on a daily basis with no requirement for a regular schedule.
What You Will Do:
Using insights to drive editorial and strategic decision-making
Assist in developing content across current and future platforms with storytelling that is optimized for each screen and reflective of the diversity of our audience
Working with newsroom leaders to create synergy across all platforms on station content
Managing social and multi-platform content for station accounts
Owning breaking news and the big stories with speed and accuracy, and growing new opportunities in our multi-media environment
Collaborate with content makers to maximize the sharing of our content in a multi-platform way
Using SEO (search engine optimization) to increase page views and unique visitors through Google, etc.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in audience development/news
Must have a deep understanding of social strategy and SEO, with the desire to keep up with emerging platforms
Must be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Nonlinear editing experience
Strong video production skills (such as Adobe Premiere)
Proficient with AP style
Must be willing to work mornings, evenings, and weekends
Required Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (related degree preferred in Journalism, TV/Production, etc.)
Job Posting Segment:
Disney NetworksJob Posting Primary Business:
Disney Networks AllPrimary Job Posting Category:
Digital ProducerEmployment Type:
Part timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
New York, NY, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-09-11Skills Required
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in audience development or news
- Deep understanding of social strategy and SEO
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Nonlinear editing experience
- Strong video production skills, such as Adobe Premiere
- Proficiency with AP style
- Willingness to work mornings, evenings, and weekends
- Bachelor's degree; related degree in Journalism, TV, or Production preferred
The Walt Disney Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Walt Disney Company and has not been reviewed or approved by The Walt Disney Company.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent union agreements raised wage floors for large groups of park cast members—e.g., Disneyland’s $24/hour minimum rising to $26 over the contract and Walt Disney World’s path from $18 toward about $20–$20.50 by 2026—signaling upward movement in hourly pay. These steps are described as meaningful improvements for many frontline roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials outline medical, dental, and vision coverage for many full‑time roles, wellness resources, and (in Central Florida) access to Centers for Living Well clinics and pharmacy. References to mental‑health support and paid time off reinforce a strong core health offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Complimentary theme‑park admission and discounts on hotels, dining, merchandise, and recreation are positioned as signature perks. Education support through Disney Aspire adds notable lifestyle value for eligible hourly employees.
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What We Do
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