Job Description

Job ID

10136889

Location

New York, New York, United States

Business

ABC News

Date posted

Nov. 20, 2025
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Job Summary:

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.