Publicist
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10153294 Location New York, New York, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Jun. 18, 2026Job Summary:
ABC News is America’s No. 1 news source, providing straightforward, fact-driven journalism across broadcast, streaming, digital and audio. ABC’s award-winning programs include “Good Morning America,” “World News Tonight with David Muir,” “Nightline,” “20/20,” “This Week with George Stephanopoulos,” “GMA3: What You Need to Know,” and “The View”. Other platforms include ABC News Live, the network’s 24/7 streaming channel; ABC News Studios, a premium, narrative nonfiction original production house; ABC News Digital, comprised of a diverse audience of more than 53 million monthly average users; ABC Audio, the premier source for radio news and industry-leading podcasts; FiveThirtyEight, renowned data journalism organization; and NewsOne, the affiliate news service.
ABC News is seeking a Publicist for our Longform team covering ABC News Studios, and supporting “20/20,” “Nightline,” “IMPACT x Nightline” and “The View.” As the Publicist on our team, you will play a vital role in supporting the publicity efforts for ABC News programming and talent. You will work closely with the publicity team to execute strategic campaigns that enhance the visibility and reputation of ABC News across various media platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Press Materials - Craft press releases including announcements, listings and ratings
- Strategy Support - Works with the team to develop strategies, create press resources including DET press site pages and screeners, coordinate appearances, and messaging to support and promote
- Promotional Opportunities - Target opportunities for promotion and relationship building and growth
- Relationship Building - Help to build relationships with talent, producers, journalists/outlets and content creators for promotion to pitch stories and secure coverage
- Press Outreach - Pitch targeted opportunities
- Events/Junkets - Help in organizing promotional events, junkets including outreach to talent, press and coordinating all logistical details
- Coverage - Monitoring media coverage and crafting coverage recaps to share with execs and partners and to help flag issues and concerns
- Planning - Actively seek new opportunities for promotion and help to develop those relationships by researching opportunities, making recommendations and setting meetings
Required Qualifications:
- At least two years’ experience in public relations, corporate communications, or related field.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, high-pressure news environment.
- Desire and dedication to tackle increasingly greater levels of responsibility.
- The ability to prioritize as well as multitask is extremely important.
- Professionalism and integrity a must.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Willingness to work overtime with short notice.
- Must work well under pressure.
- Demonstrated organizational skills.
- Superior attention to detail.
- Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Must be highly organized, detailed oriented, personable and a problem-solver.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or equivalent work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Existing knowledge of the television business and industry experience.
The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $73,600.00 to $101,200.00 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 Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.
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 American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
American Broadcasting Companies, 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.