WABC Assignment Editor
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10133321 Location New York, New York, United States Business ABC Owned TV Stations Date posted Oct. 07, 2025Job Summary:
Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform local news and information leaders. WABC-TV has led local news and entertainment programming 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!
This is a full-time staff position. The position is covered under the WGA-ABC National Agreement.
Responsibilities:
WABC is seeking an Assignment Editor who is comfortable working under the pressures of a breaking news situation!
This individual is a critical member of our newsroom whose responsibilities involve assigning crews, reporters, gathering information about developing news stories, and actively identifying and generating original high-impact stories that reflect the diversity of our audience.
Handle all inquiries and requests from a variety of individuals and organizations.
Work closely with news managers, producers, and other assignment editors to coordinate coverage of breaking and daily stories.
Identifying social media content for news stories and getting permission for use
Interact with viewers daily on the phone and on social media.
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of TV newsroom experience.
Strong teammate who interacts in a positive, ethical, and compassionate way with other employees and the public.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A high degree of ethics, empathy, professionalism, and the ability to function well under pressure in fast-paced situations
Flexible to work various shifts as needed, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Requirements:
Knowledge of police scanners and online newsgathering
Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalent experience
Preferred Education:
College Degree
The hiring range for this WGA role in New York is $139,913 to $145,000 per year. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About ABC Owned TV Stations:
The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.
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 WABC Television (New York), LLC, which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations.
WABC Television (New York), LLC 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.