WLS PROGRAMMING PRODUCER

Producer-Assistant/Associate, Producer/Field, Producer-General/Executive

Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. ABC7/WLS-TV Chicago is the No. 1 local news source and most-watched television station in Chicago. With top-rated daily newscasts spanning decades and the largest social media presence in the market with more than 2.6 million Facebook followers, ABC7 Eyewitness News provides breaking news, investigative reporting, weather, politics, traffic and sports in the multiplatform space to Chicago, the suburbs and northwest Indiana.

WLS is seeking a multi-skilled Producer/Editor and modern visual storyteller to create compelling, original video content across all platforms, including broadcast, digital, social, and streaming. This role requires a self-starter with strong editorial instincts, technical proficiency, and the ability to manage projects from concept to completion. 

Responsibilities:

• Pitch, produce, shoot, and edit original short-form and long-form video content for broadcast, digital, and social platforms. 
• Develop feature stories, community-focused content, and highly shareable digital-first pieces. 
• Collaborate with production, newsroom, and creative teams to establish strong visual storytelling that enhances editorial narratives across multiple program formats. 
• Produce integrated and sponsored content in partnership with sales clients while maintaining brand standards. 
• Line produce and support live broadcasts, special programming, and live events as needed. 
• Manage logistics for live productions, including crew coordination, scheduling, and on-site execution. 
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and creative goals are met. 
• Contribute innovative ideas and creative solutions in a fast-paced, collaborative newsroom environment. 

Basic Qualifications: 

• 2+ years of experience producing, writing, shooting, and editing original video content in a television station or similar professional production environment. 
• Demonstrated experience in live broadcast production. 
• Strong writing skills with the ability to craft engaging scripts and digital copy. 
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Working knowledge of Canon C300 and Sony FX3 camera systems. 
• Experience operating in a live control room environment. 
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities. 

Preferred Qualification: 

• Experience with additional Adobe Creative Suite tools. 
• Strong understanding of digital distribution strategies and social media best practices. 
• Experience line producing or supervising live broadcasts. 
• Familiarity with audience engagement analytics and digital performance metrics. 
• Experience producing OTT or streaming content. 

Required Education: 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience 

Preferred Education: 

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication or related field 

The hiring range for this position in Chicago, IL is $95,500 to $128,000 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.
About ABC Owned TV Stations:

The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with WLS Television, Inc., which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations.

WLS Television, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.