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Manchester, NH

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Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH

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Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

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Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

Local News Reporter WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

Hearst

Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH

Local News Reporter WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

Hearst

Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

Local News Reporter WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

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Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

Local News Reporter WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

Hearst

Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

Local News Reporter WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

Hearst Television

Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

Local News Reporter WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

Local News Reporter WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

Local News Reporter WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

Hearst Newspapers

Local News Reporter

Manchester, NH · On-site

Local News Reporter WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

Hearst Television

Reporter

Jackson, MS · On-site

$21.25 - $29/hr

Local News Reporter 16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

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Reporter

Jackson, MS · On-site

$21.25 - $29/hr

Local News Reporter 16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You ...

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Reporter

Jackson, MS · On-site

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Reporter

Jackson, MS · On-site

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for abc news reporter in the United States is $23.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ABC News Reporter?

To thrive as an ABC News Reporter, you need a strong background in journalism, excellent writing and research skills, and a relevant bachelor's degree such as in journalism or communications. Familiarity with newsroom software, broadcast equipment, and digital content management systems is typically required. Outstanding verbal communication, adaptability under deadline pressure, and ethical judgment distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure accurate, timely, and engaging news coverage for a broad audience.

What does an ABC News Reporter do?

An ABC News Reporter is responsible for researching, investigating, and presenting news stories for ABC News. Their duties include interviewing sources, gathering information, writing scripts, and delivering news segments on television or digital platforms. They may cover a variety of topics such as politics, local events, or international affairs. Reporters often work under tight deadlines and must ensure the accuracy and fairness of their reporting. Their work helps inform the public by providing timely and reliable news coverage.

What is the difference between Abc News Reporter vs Local News Journalist?

AspectAbc News ReporterLocal News Journalist
CredentialsBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related fieldBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field
Work EnvironmentNational or regional news stations, studio, field reportingLocal TV stations, community events, field reporting
Employer & IndustryMajor networks like ABC, national media outletsLocal TV stations, regional newspapers
Search & Comparison IntentHigh-profile news coverage, national storiesCommunity-focused stories, local events

Both Abc News Reporters and Local News Journalists typically hold similar degrees and work in broadcast journalism. However, Abc News Reporters often cover national or international stories for major networks, while Local News Journalists focus on community and regional news for local stations. The choice depends on whether you aim to work on broad, high-profile stories or local, community-centered reporting.

How does an ABC News Reporter typically collaborate with producers and editors during the news production process?

ABC News Reporters work closely with producers and editors to research, develop, and finalize news stories. Reporters often pitch story ideas, conduct interviews, and gather information in the field, while producers help shape the narrative and ensure stories align with the network’s editorial standards. Editors collaborate with reporters to refine scripts and video packages, ensuring accuracy and clarity before airing. This teamwork is essential to delivering timely, well-verified news content to viewers.
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Senior Digital Editor, ABC News Digital

The Walt Disney Company

New York, NY

$132K - $178K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 128 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 51 rated entertainment

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Senior Digital Editor, ABC News Digital

Req ID:

10157322

Job Description:

ABC News is seeking an experienced Senior Digital Editor to provide editorial leadership and oversight of breaking news coverage across ABCNews.com. This role leads a team of editors and reporters through a 24/7 news cycle, sets editorial standards and coverage strategy, and serves as a senior editorial decision-maker on fast-moving stories.

The Senior Digital Editor sits at the center of ABC News Digital's breaking news operation, with editorial oversight spanning shifts across a 24/7 cycle. This person leads and mentors a team of editors and reporters, helps set the daily and overnight coverage agenda, and is the editorial authority on text stories published to ABCNews.com during their shift. The role requires close partnership with the newsgathering operation, senior editorial leadership, legal and standards, broadcast units, and the Audience Development team, as well as coordination with bureaus, including London, to ensure seamless 24-hour handoffs.

This is a senior, high-visibility leadership role for someone who has run point on major breaking news at a national digital news organization, can manage and develop a team under pressure, and is comfortable making high-stakes editorial calls in real time.

The role is based in our New York City office and may require some flexibility to provide leadership coverage to ensure continuous editorial oversight of breaking news.

Responsibilities and Duties of the Role:

  • Provide editorial leadership and sign-off for written breaking news coverage across a 24/7 news cycle
  • Assign, edit, and, when necessary, write breaking news stories under deadline
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of editors and reporters, including scheduling, shift coverage, and performance development
  • Leverage real-time analytics and insights to inform coverage, story development and strategy
  • Collaborate with digital leadership team on key decision-making

Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum 7 years' experience editing for a digital news outlet, including experience managing or leading editors
  • Proven track record leading breaking news coverage at a major digital news organization
  • Demonstrated people-leadership experience: hiring, scheduling, coaching, and performance management
  • Ability to write and edit on deadline with speed and accuracy under high pressure
  • Sound editorial judgment and ability to make high-stakes calls independently
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, overnights, and weekends, to ensure 24/7 editorial coverage
  • Excellent cross-team collaboration and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience running point on major breaking news events at a national or international level
  • Experience managing distributed or cross-time-zone teams
  • Track record of developing editorial talent and building high-performing teams
  • Deep familiarity with legal, standards, and editorial risk considerations in fast-moving news
  • Experience partnering with broadcast and audience/social teams on integrated coverage

Required Education:

  • BA or BS from a 4-year accredited college or university, or equivalent experience

Preferred Education:

  • Master's degree in journalism from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
The hiring range for this position in New York is $132,800 - $178,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

ABC News

Job Posting Primary Business:

Digital (ABC News)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Editorial/Content Or News Editorial

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

New York, NY, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-08-03

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About Walt Disney

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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

Industry

Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Burbank, CA, US

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