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Television News Reporter jobs are open across local broadcast, network news, digital media, and cable outlets, at every level from entry-level general assignment to senior anchor and investigative specialist, with common specializations in breaking news, political reporting, and sports journalism. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About this Role and our Studio
Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families’ homes across the globe.
DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style.
By submitting an application for this Animatic Editor role, you may be considered for any Animatic Editor positions that arise until the expiration date provided.
Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until April 30, 2027.
What you will do
The Animatic Editor is the creative storyteller responsible for assembling digital files, dialogue, and sound into a cinematic experience that defines the visual rhythm, pacing, and emotional tone of each episode. The Animatic Editor works closely with the series Creative Leadership and Directors to shape the episodes and bring life to the story before production moves into layout and animation. Responsibilities include:
- Building and refining animatics from storyboards into dynamic narrative sequences, shaping timing, flow, and shot continuity
- Multi-tasking and juggling multiple episodes at the same time
- Inserting temp and final dialogue, temp sound effects, and temp music to bring together rhythm, comedic timing, and emotional pacing
- Collaborating with Creative Leadership to explore variations, adjustments, and enhancements for storytelling clarity
- Maintaining continuity and visual flow across all sequences and episodes
- Proactively preparing animatics for reviews and screenings and addressing notes accurately following these meetings
- Partnering with Production, Editorial team, and Post team to coordinate file updates, audio sync, and version control
- Working closely with Production to track deliverables and meet deadlines
- Organizing and maintaining editorial databases and file structures, ensuring clarity and thoughtfulness
- Assisting with preparing materials and running screenings, reviews, and post sessions
Required Qualifications and Skill
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an Animatic Editor.
- Strong understanding of story structure, comedic timing, and cinematic language.
- High degree of proficiency in AVID Media Composer.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Teams and Confluence softwares preferred.
- Familiarity with importing, exporting, and managing materials for editorial
- Self-motivated team player who can thrive in team environments as well as work independently
- Close attention to detail and commitment to high quality work
Education
Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience
Job Location
This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA
Disclaimer
PAY TRANSPARENCY
The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $66.40 to $73.04 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call Disney Television Animation.
To learn more about Disney's guidelines on the use of AI for candidates, click here.
Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. 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.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
About this Role and our Studio
Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families’ homes across the globe.
DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style.
By submitting an application for this Animatic Editor role, you may be considered for any Animatic Editor positions that arise until the expiration date provided.
Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until April 30, 2027.
What you will do
The Animatic Editor is the creative storyteller responsible for assembling digital files, dialogue, and sound into a cinematic experience that defines the visual rhythm, pacing, and emotional tone of each episode. The Animatic Editor works closely with the series Creative Leadership and Directors to shape the episodes and bring life to the story before production moves into layout and animation. Responsibilities include:
- Building and refining animatics from storyboards into dynamic narrative sequences, shaping timing, flow, and shot continuity
- Multi-tasking and juggling multiple episodes at the same time
- Inserting temp and final dialogue, temp sound effects, and temp music to bring together rhythm, comedic timing, and emotional pacing
- Collaborating with Creative Leadership to explore variations, adjustments, and enhancements for storytelling clarity
- Maintaining continuity and visual flow across all sequences and episodes
- Proactively preparing animatics for reviews and screenings and addressing notes accurately following these meetings
- Partnering with Production, Editorial team, and Post team to coordinate file updates, audio sync, and version control
- Working closely with Production to track deliverables and meet deadlines
- Organizing and maintaining editorial databases and file structures, ensuring clarity and thoughtfulness
- Assisting with preparing materials and running screenings, reviews, and post sessions
Required Qualifications and Skill
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an Animatic Editor.
- Strong understanding of story structure, comedic timing, and cinematic language.
- High degree of proficiency in AVID Media Composer.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Teams and Confluence softwares preferred.
- Familiarity with importing, exporting, and managing materials for editorial
- Self-motivated team player who can thrive in team environments as well as work independently
- Close attention to detail and commitment to high quality work
Education
Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience
Job Location
This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA
Disclaimer
PAY TRANSPARENCY
The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $66.40 to $73.04 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call Disney Television Animation.
To learn more about Disney's guidelines on the use of AI for candidates, click here.
Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. 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.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in television news reporter jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcasting, or communications
- On-camera reporting experience with a professional demo reel
- Proficiency in non-linear video editing software such as AVID or Adobe Premiere
- Ability to report, write, and produce packages under tight broadcast deadlines
- Experience conducting live shots and stand-ups in the field
- Strong knowledge of AP Style and broadcast writing conventions
Tips for Your Television News Reporter Job Search
Tailor your resume for the market size
Distinguish between small-market and large-market experience on your resume. Hiring editors at major stations want to see progression through market sizes, so label each role with its market ranking to give your experience instant context.
Build a reel that leads strong
Your demo reel should open with your two or three best live shots within the first 30 seconds. Hiring managers watch dozens of reels and stop early, so never bury your strongest stand-up or breaking news package at the end.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists television news reporter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target beats that match your clips
If your strongest clips are political coverage, search for openings at stations in state capitals or during election cycles when those desks expand. Matching your existing beat to an open assignment position sharpens your application considerably.
Prepare for an on-camera audition
Many stations ask finalists to complete a live or recorded audition on-site. Practice reading a cold script without stumbling and packaging a quick story on deadline, since news directors evaluate composure and delivery speed, not just your prepared material.
Follow up with the news director directly
After submitting, send a brief email to the news director naming a specific recent story the station covered and explaining why your background fits that beat. Generic follow-ups rarely stand out at stations fielding dozens of applications.
Television News Reporter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most television news reporters?
The most active employers for television news reporters right now are NBCUniversal, Jewelry Television, and Fairfield University, and the most openings are in California, Pennsylvania, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Station groups that own multiple local affiliates tend to post the highest volume of openings as reporters move between markets.
How many television news reporter jobs are remote?
About 17% of television news reporter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how field-based the role is. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include digital-only reporting, podcast production, and investigative writing roles that do not require daily on-air appearances.
How do you become a television news reporter?
Start by earning a degree in journalism or broadcasting and building clips through campus TV stations, internships, or freelance video work. Submit to small-market stations as a general assignment reporter, work your way through progressively larger markets, and continuously update your demo reel with your strongest on-air packages as you advance.
Can you get hired as a television news reporter with little experience?
Yes, small and micro-market stations regularly hire reporters straight out of college because those markets serve as training grounds for the industry. Focus your application on stations in smaller cities, emphasize any on-camera experience from college news programs or internships, and lead your reel with your cleanest stand-up even if the story itself is modest.
What does the television news reporter interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a reel review by the news director, followed by a phone or video call to discuss your experience and beat coverage. Finalists are usually invited for an in-person visit that includes a writing test, a cold-read on the teleprompter, and sometimes a field audition where you package a short story on deadline before a final offer decision.
Where can I find and apply to television news reporter jobs?
You can find and apply to television news reporter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from stations and media companies across the United States. Search for roles that match your market experience and beat focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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