Desk Assistant

Job Posting Title:

Desk Assistant

Req ID:

10150447

Job Description:

The Desk Assistant role is an entry level position in the ABC News Washington Bureau.  Key responsibilities include providing editorial and logistical support for the Assignment Desk, Good Morning America, World News Tonight & ABC News Live, and working with different platforms including NewsOne, Digital and This Week with George Stephanopoulos.  This role often involves working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.  Desk Assistants are also responsible for research & fact-checking, field support during live news events, and social media monitoring.  The Desk Assistant position is covered by the WGAE-ABC National Agreement. 

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year of television production experience, either in a college or professional newsroom
• A collaborator who’s able to work well under tight deadlines and comfortable in multi-tasking
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Camera/Editing skills a plus

The pay rate for this role in Washington, DC is $25.10 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

ABC News

Job Posting Primary Business:

News Gathering – DC Bureau

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Washington, DC, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-05-07