Production Associate, Special Projects - ABC News at The Walt Disney Company

New York, New York, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Media, Entertainment, NewsIndustries

Minimum 2 years in a newsroom environment or administrative support experience
Sharp written and verbal communication skills, including flawless grammar and a rich vocabulary
Interest in entertainment, current affairs, world events, pop culture
Demonstrated experience (academic or internship) in broadcast or print journalism
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment while prioritizing deadlines/deliverables
Strong organizational skills, able to meet deadlines, attention to detail, and work well under pressure
Desire to immerse yourself fully and learn all aspects of the business
Complete reliability handling confidential, often highly sensitive information
Some flexibility in your schedule – we value work/life balance, but in a pinch, a bit more time is needed
A highly professional demeanor, positive outlook, and a can-do attitude
Experience with travel planning, managing budgets, and expense reporting

Conduct research, fact-check existing work, and prepare regular reports and summaries – you’ll have tasks that you own completely and will provide regular assistance on others
Screen and route phone calls and emails to and from top executives and producers across ABC News and The Walt Disney Company
Perform various administrative duties, including handling sensitive information and finances
Manage and coordinate multiple schedules across teams and departments
Assist with special content projects, including coordinating travel, logistics, and production deadlines
Draft letters, emails, and slide decks on behalf of your leader(s) and proofread documents created by others
Pitch original story ideas and research characters for potential segments
Assist with the booking process, including coordinating interviews and guest appearances
Digitize and log media content, ensuring it is organized and accessible for the production team
Organize and maintain systems for tracking production flow and deliverables