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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.

**Job ID:** 10136889

**Location:** New York,New York

**Job Posting Company:** ABC News

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