Job Posting Title:
WTVD News ProducerReq ID:
10159373Job Description:
WTVD Producer
Department/Group Overview:
Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. The only local news station with three downtown newsrooms (Raleigh/Fayetteville/Durham), ABC11 WTVD Eyewitness News provides 45.5 hours of local news every week, serving more than 1 million households in a 23-county area in North Carolina and Virginia. Eyewitness News also provides news, weather and sports information 24 hours a day on ABC11.com, the ABC11 mobile news app and the new connected TV app.
Job Summary:
Our ideal candidate is passionate about creating high impact content that resonates with a diverse audience. The candidate has a deep understanding of utilizing all the resources, tools, and live elements to deliver an energetic and compelling news product. This person should be excited to craft their editorial vision to connect and reflect the audience we serve.
Producers must work well with anchors, reporters, assignment editors, writers, directors and graphic artists
Responsibilities and Duties of the Role
- Produce and manage daily newscasts, overseeing all editorial and production elements while writing clear, compelling broadcast copy.
- Pitch and develop story ideas aligned with the station’s news strategy, collaborating closely with newsroom and digital teams throughout the day.
- Execute shows efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including handling last-minute changes under pressure.
- Bring strong editorial judgment, attention to detail, and top-level local news producing experience, with flexibility to work varied and non-traditional hours.
Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training:
- 3+ years of experience at a local television news station with strong editorial judgment and storytelling skills.
- Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure newsroom environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to adapt quickly to breaking news and schedule changes.
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional newsroom experience. Advance degree is a plus.
Job Posting Segment:
Owned TV StationsJob Posting Primary Business:
Owned TV Stations AllPrimary Job Posting Category:
Producing News - Owned Stations - 11-25Employment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Durham, NC, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-09-02Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience at a local television news station
- Strong editorial judgment and storytelling skills
- Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure newsroom
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to adapt quickly to breaking news and schedule changes
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional newsroom experience
- Advanced degree
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
The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that operates through segments including entertainment, sports, and experiences.
