Investigative Unit Producer/Reporter
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10132386 Location New York, New York, United States Business ABC News Date posted Sep. 22, 2025Job Summary:
ABC News Investigative Unit is looking for an experienced investigative producer/reporter to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven reputation as a trusted investigative journalist and will be known for digging deep to uncover the truth. They will have experience in delivering strong enterprise stories. This individual is ambitious and a creative storyteller with the ability to authentically engage and connect with our audience across all platforms.
Job Responsibilities:
- Responsible for investigating important and complex community issues by developing valuable sources and using the latest investigative tools, including data journalism, to expose problems and find solutions
- Be tenacious in uncovering stories to develop exclusive and compelling investigative reports
- Expected to develop investigative story lines for daily coverage as well as working investigative angles during big breaking news stories
- Source and generate leads in an effort to create original and impactful short term and long term content
- Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
- Showcase dynamic organization skills in order to juggle daily and long-term investigative projects in one of the nation’s top markets
Basic Requirements:
- A minimum of 5 years experience reporting/producing in the news industry
- Exceptional reporting, writing and interviewing skills
- Ability and willingness to use the latest technology and production techniques to shoot, write, edit and publish content under deadline
- Ability to uncover stories through investigation and research
- A collaborative self-starter
- Successful in creating and maintaining reliable contact relationships
- Passion for news/politics and the ability to provide dynamic ideas
- Must be flexible and work with ever-changing news cycle
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Broadcasting or related field or equivalent work experience
The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $108,500 to $145,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About ABC News:
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About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call ABC News.
American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.