Job Posting Title:
Associate Producer, Investigative Unit
Req ID:
10136889
Job Description:
ABC News Investigative Unit is seeking a driven Associate Producer to support and contribute to high-impact investigative stories across all ABC News platforms. The ideal candidate combines strong editorial instincts with sharp research and production skills and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Pitch, research, and develop original investigative story ideas.
- Work closely with producers and correspondents to advance both long-term and breaking investigations.
- Conduct extensive background research, fact-checking, and document gathering.
- Assist in writing and producing elements for investigative packages, digital stories, and special projects.
- Coordinate logistics for shoots, interviews, and field production, including travel as needed.
- Monitor breaking news and emerging trends to identify investigative angles.
- Maintain discretion and professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive material.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a newsroom or field reporting/production environment.
- Demonstrated research and reporting skills with a strong editorial sense.
- Experience with field producing and shooting as one-man-band
- Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team setting
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience contributing to investigative or enterprise stories.
- Familiarity with open-source research, public records requests, and data analysis tools.
- A passion for investigative journalism and a curiosity to dig deeper.
Required Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $62,400 to $83,600 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:
Investigative Unit
Primary Job Posting Category:
News Producing
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
New York, NY, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-11-20