Executive Assistant (WPVI-TV)
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10154517 Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Business ABC Owned TV Stations Date posted Jul. 02, 2026Job Summary:
About the Role & Team
6abc/WPVI-TV, the ABC/Disney Owned television station in Philadelphia has an opportunity for an Executive Assistant to the President and General Manager. 6abc/WPVI is part of the 8 station Owned Television group, which is in the Disney Entertainment Division. As the No. 1 station in Philadelphia for more than 45 years, 6abc is the home of Action News and delivers local news, information, traffic and weather to more than 3 million homes. WPVI serves close to 7 million people who reside in the Delaware Valley, an area covering Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Delaware
This position reports to the President & General Manager and represents both the President and 6abc/WPVI in a professional, positive manner. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships at all levels, be an exceptional team player, and proactively provide support whenever needed.
What You Will Do
Provide primary administrative support to the President and back up support to other station executives
Perform overall administrative duties including, but not limited to, answering and screening incoming phone calls, scheduling meetings and maintaining extensive calendars, handling the preparation and processing of expense reports.
Apply additional office support such as distributing mail, filing, photocopying, scanning and tracking documents, and word processing
Manage the planning, coordination, and execution of business travel, including trip logistics and itinerary, meeting coordination, as well as remote support
Prepare confidential memos, correspondence, letters, business updates, meeting notes, Power Point and/or Keynote presentations, correspondence and complex reports
Assist in assembling budget books/financial presentations as needed
Aggregate information in Excel for reporting
Interface (both written and verbal) with various internal WPVI and ABC OTV departments, Executives and business units
Participate in the administrative team, providing backup to other assistants and contributing to common administrative duties
Required Qualifications & Skills
Minimum of 2 years of experience in an administrative capacity for an executive (VP or higher)
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, prioritize, meet deadlines, and be resourceful and flexible, while maintaining absolute professionalism and confidentiality
Team player with a great attitude with the ability to interact with and build strong relationships across multiple levels of employees and clients within and outside the organization
Detail-oriented, with proven organizational and prioritization skills
Ability to exercise appropriate judgment in completing tasks without supervision
Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a collaborative team
Possess enthusiasm, flexibility and creativity and be willing to assume challenges and increased responsibility
Ability to quickly learn internal meeting systems (i.e. expenses systems, travel booking, invoices systems, conference room reservations, etc.) and build a network of colleagues to assist in answering questions
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 4 years’ experience supporting a senior level executive in the entertainment industry
Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
The hiring range for this position in Philadelphia (PA) is $56,700 to $76,000 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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 WPVI Television (Philadelphia), LLC, which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations.
WPVI Television (Philadelphia), LLC 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.