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Human Resources, 500 Circle Seven Drive, Glendale, Ca. 91201

JOB LINE: 818/863-7562

SENIOR ONLINE NEWS PRODUCER
ABC7 is looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, technically-savvy news junkie to join our growing web team. Candidates should have experience working and multitasking in a high-pressure news environment. Strong editorial skills and sharp news judgment is a must. Knowledge of ENPS news system, line producing experience, and non-linear editing experience all pluses. Candidates must be available to work flexible hours, including overnights and weekends. Applicant must possess: strong writing and copy-editing skills; strong computer skills; solid knowledge of basic HTML; and be comfortable with Adobe Photoshop. Key responsibilities include: timely posting of breaking local and national news; monitoring, tracking progress, and supervision of other web staff; working with the news producers and assignment desk to coordinate on-air and online news coverage; coordinating special projects with various station departments; site troubleshooting and overall maintenance of the high editorial standards of ABC7 and abc7.com.

NEWS PROMOTION PRODUCER
ABC7 is seeking a news promotion producer to work with newscast producers to create compelling promotion. Previous promotion and news producing experience a plus. Must have excellent creative writing ability, and must be able to thrive under tight deadlines.

HELICOPTER REPORTER
ABC7 is looking for a helicopter reporter or helicopter pilot/reporter. Previous experience in radio or TV news, traffic reporting, or law enforcement preferred. Previous experience as a helicopter reporter a plus. Must be quick at assessing information and be comfortable in non-scripted situations on-air. Please send resume and non-returnable videotape.

FREELANCE ASSIGNMENT EDITOR
ABC7 Eyewitness News, Southern California's breaking news leader, is seeking a part-time Assignment Editor. This position is for our 11pm newscast but applicant should be flexible enough to work additional fill-in shifts at various times during the week. Previous assignment desk experience is a must. Knowledge of Southern California a plus. Must be able to multi-task and make decisions quickly, function effectively under deadline pressure, and have previous experience coordinating the movements of reporters and multiple microwave and satellite trucks. If you have great story ideas, great contacts, and love breaking news, please apply.

FREELANCE GRAPHIC ARTISTS
ABC7 is looking for freelance Graphic Artists. Candidates must be resourceful, creative artists who are team players able to work under tight deadlines and can multi-task. Individuals should have ability to conceptualize and design in broadcast, print, and web media. Minimum 3 years of broadcast design experience; Advanced level in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects; experience in Final Cut Pro, VizRT, Adobe Illustrator, and Quark. Experience in Cinema 4D a plus.

GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORTERS
ABC7 is seeking dynamic freelance General Assignment Reporters to join our top rated news team. Qualified candidates must have excellent writing and live presentation skills. A minimum of five years television broadcast news experience in a medium to large market is preferred. If you are interested in applying your reporting skills in a challenging and exciting news market, send your resume and non-returnable videotape.

ENG CAMERAPERSONS
ABC7 is seeking experienced ENG camerapersons for freelance employment. Successful candidates will have at least two years experience in daily newsgathering, live microwave truck operation, and editing in the field. Non-linear editing experience a plus. Scheduling flexibility, including willingness to work weekends, early mornings, late nights, and holidays a must.

NEWSWRITERS
ABC7 is seeking experienced television newswriters for freelance employment. Minimum of two years broadcast news experience. Ability to work quickly and under continuous deadlines. Knowledge of ENPS news system, line producing experience, and non-linear editing experience all pluses. Scheduling flexibility and willingness to work weekends, overnights, and holidays a must.