The Walt Disney Company

Freelance DGA Production Associate, ABC News (Expression of Interest)

Media
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in production roles
  • Strong organizational and communication abilities
  • Self-starter capable of both independent and teamwork environments
  • Reacts promptly and effectively in fast-paced situations
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including nights and weekends

Responsibilities

  • Assist art directors in oversight of graphic layouts for productions
  • Research and verify accuracy of graphics' editorial content
  • Maintain consistency of graphics with ABC News' style
  • Provide properly licensed imagery for network graphics
  • Collaborate with show production teams to prioritize graphics outputs
  • Maintain and archive graphics assets daily
  • Perform clerical tasks related to program assignments

Benefits

  • Covered under the Directors Guild of America collective bargaining agreement
  • Opportunity for future job consideration as productions ramp up
  • Potential for flexible hours and unique production experiences
Full Job Description
Job Posting Title:
Freelance DGA Production Associate, ABC News (Expression of Interest)

Req ID:


Job Description:

This role will be covered by the Directors Guild of America, Inc. - ABC collective bargaining agreement.

This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.

This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.

Responsibilities:
  • Assist art directors with the direction and oversight of graphic layouts for both live and longform productions
  • Research editorial content of graphics for factual accuracy
  • Ensure content of graphics remain consistent with the look and style of ABC News standards
  • Research and use resources to provide properly licensed imagery to be used in network graphics
  • Liaise with show production personnel to manage graphics production and priorities
  • Daily maintenance, organization and archiving of graphics assets
  • Do clerical and office work in connection with the program assignment
  • Perform such other incidental duties as are not inconsistent with the duties specified herein.


Required Qualifications:
  • Excellent organization and communication skills and prior experience working in production
  • Must be take-charge individual capable of working independently or as part of a team
  • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with quick turnaround of production elements
  • Candidate must be willing to be flexible, and work unconventional hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior Television or live production experience
  • Familiarity with New York Times and AP Style


Education:

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

The pay rate for this role in New York is $44.575 per hour. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

Job Posting Segment:
ABC News

Job Posting Primary Business:
Operations (ABC News)

Primary Job Posting Category:
Production

Employment Type:
Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
New York, NY, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:
2026-07-27

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows. Using the company's portfolio of brands to differentiate our content, services, and consumer products, Walt Disney seeks to develop creative, innovative, and profitable entertainment experiences and related products.

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190,000 employees
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$155.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.9 billion
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
+3.9%
Revenue
$60.7 billion
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