General Assignment Reporter - Orange County, KABC-TV
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10128269 Location Orange, California, United States Business ABC Owned TV Stations Date posted Sep. 21, 2025Job Summary:
ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking a dynamic and motivated general assignment reporter dedicated to covering Orange County – a vibrant and diverse area home to more than 3 million people. Based in Orange County, this self-starting journalist will play a vital role in reporting on and representing this important area. Qualified candidates must be great storytellers, content creators and collaborators who know how to present active and engaging live shots and be endlessly creative when it comes to adding innovative ideas for their stories on all platforms. Ability to shoot, edit and publish is a plus.
This role is considered on-site in our Orange County Bureau.
Responsibilities:
- Create unique and shareable stories for television, digital, social and streaming.
- Collaborate on content and new ideas, handle live breaking news in the field across platforms.
- Build meaningful relationships with leaders, newsmakers and community organizations in Orange County
- Develop sources to generate unique or exclusive story ideas
- Active use of social media for promotion and news gathering.
- Participate in community and station public events
Basic Qualifications:
- Multiple market experience.
- Must be a strong journalist and storyteller.
- Know how to present active and engaging live shots.
- Must work well under deadline pressure.
- Must have schedule flexibility and ability to work holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Adobe Premiere and/or Dalet One-Cut.
- Ability to shoot, edit and publish.
- Bilingual preferred
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree
Additional Info:
Please include the link to your recent reel when submitting your application online.
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The hiring range for this SAG_AFTRA role in Orange County, CA is $120,000 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. The role also has potential for additional compensation for overtime and early morning/overnight shifts. 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 KABC Television, LLC, which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations.
KABC Television, 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.