What are the responsibilities and job description for the Desk assistant position at Disney Entertainment Television?
Job Summary :
WABC-TV has been the leader in 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.
WABC-TV is seeking a Desk Assistant for part-time employment within the news department in support of the daily production of news and other content across all platforms for Eyewitness News.
This is an entry-level position that will introduce you to the inner workings of a top newsroom. This position is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.
This is a NABET-CWA represented position.
Responsibilities :
Supporting the assignment desk, following up on tips or leads, answering phones, making calls as needed
Setting up and recording zoom interviews
Assist Digital team with clipping video from newscasts for website
Provide additional newsroom support and handle duties as assigned
Provide support in the field for live events, parades, on-location shows, etc.
Basic Qualifications :
Must be able to work a minimum 3 days a week
Must be willing to work various shifts as needed, including early morning, overnight, weekends and holidays how often
Ability to use social media like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, etc. to help research stories
Ability to work quickly and under continuous deadlines required
Minimum of one year prior experience, either through an internship or college newsroom
Preferred Qualifications :
Required Education :
College degree or current college attendance required (senior year preferred)
The pay rate for this role in New York is $21.57 per hour. 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 : / / / benefits.
Last updated : 2024-11-26
Salary : $22
