Summer / Fall Intern - WABC-TV Creative Services / Promotions

Job Description

WABC-TV (ABC7) Creative Services/Promotions Intern, Summer/Fall 2023

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

WABC-TV, the flagship Disney/ABC – owned television station in New York, is the most-watched television station in the New York Television market and the United States. WABC also leads the market in station websites and has the highest social media engagement.

Channel 7's Creative Services Department functions as an in-house advertising agency promoting all programming on WABC-TV, including the highly rated Eyewitness News, and the abc7NY digital brands. The Creative Services internship program is very hands-on. You will gain knowledge and real-world experience in production, post-production, promotion writing, and digital media marketing.

A day in the life…

You will assist producers in preparing spots for air and will be responsible for shepherding various projects through to completion. You will gain exposure to multiple departments at the station, including News, Digital, Programming, Production, and Sales/Marketing. Video editing experience is essential. You will also support the station on its digital platforms.

What you bring to the role…
• Video editing experience in Adobe Premiere
• Familiarity with ABC7 New York properties (linear, social, digital)
• Attention to detail, exacting standards, and superior organization skills
• Major or previous coursework in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Video Production, or related major
• Proven ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:
• Ability to use DSLR cameras is a plus

Required Education:
• Junior/Senior-level standing

The pay rate for this internship in New York is $20.00 per hour.

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Additional Information:
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
• Must be at least 18 years of age​
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program. ​
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization
• The approximate dates of this internship are June 2023 through January 2024
• All candidates must be willing to work 24 hours/week during a Monday-Friday schedule (hours and days to be determined by your supervisor)
• Must be able to work a consistent, reliable schedule throughout the internship
• This internship is an in-person internship. Must be able to provide own housing and transportation for the duration of the program in the New York City area.

Required Documentation:
• Include a link to work samples, including video editing reels

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, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1j08y-18-224-96-239-42 in your application.