Freelance Production Assistant – Booking (NYC)

About the role

ABC News Live is seeking a Freelance Production Assistant to support the Booking team in New York. This fast‑paced position helps secure and prepare guests for daily news, feature segments, and breaking‑news coverage on the #1 streaming news channel.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Booking team in identifying and securing guests for various ABC News Live programs.
• Prepare guests for on‑air appearances, including briefing and onboarding.
• Pitch, vet, and develop story ideas in collaboration with editorial teams.
• Maintain booking grids, internal databases, and gather production elements for show rundowns.
• Ensure guest line‑ups reflect diverse perspectives and viewpoints.

Required profile

• Experience in TV production or journalism with strong editorial judgment.
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking abilities.
• Proactive, independent yet collaborative mindset with a positive, problem‑solving attitude.
• Comfortable working in a start‑up style, deadline‑driven environment.

Required skills

• Familiarity with iNews newsroom software.
• Basic knowledge of shooting with DV cameras.
• Proficiency in leveraging social media platforms for guest sourcing and storytelling.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of approximately $27.21.
• Potential benefits package including medical and financial options, depending on the final contract.
• Opportunity to work on‑site in a dynamic newsroom environment five days a week.