Publicist

About the Role

ABC News is looking for a Publicist to join its Longform team. The role supports ABC News Studios and also contributes to publicity efforts for 20/20, Nightline, IMPACT x Nightline, and The View. In this position, you will help drive public relations campaigns that raise the profile of ABC News programming and talent across broadcast, streaming, digital, and audio platforms.

ABC News is a major news organization known for fact-based reporting and a wide range of popular programs and platforms, including broadcast shows, a 24/7 streaming channel, digital news, podcasts, data journalism, and affiliate news services.

What You’ll Do

• Write and prepare press materials such as releases, announcements, listings, and ratings updates.
• Partner with the team to shape publicity strategy, build press resources, create DET press site pages and screeners, coordinate appearances, and refine messaging.
• Identify and pursue promotional opportunities that support visibility and relationship growth.
• Develop and maintain relationships with talent, producers, journalists, media outlets, and content creators to secure coverage and pitch stories.
• Conduct targeted press outreach to generate interest and opportunities.
• Support the planning and execution of promotional events and junkets, including talent and press outreach plus logistics coordination.
• Track media coverage, prepare recaps for executives and partners, and surface any potential issues or concerns.
• Research new promotional avenues, recommend opportunities, and set meetings to expand outreach and partnerships.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or a similar field.
• Comfort working in a fast-moving, high-pressure news environment.
• Strong motivation to take on growing levels of responsibility.
• Excellent ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks at once.
• High standards of professionalism and integrity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work overtime on short notice.
• Ability to stay effective under pressure.
• Well-developed organizational skills and outstanding attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating several projects at the same time.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, personable, and able to solve problems effectively.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred: prior knowledge of the television business and related industry experience.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role in New York, NY is $73,600 to $101,200 per year. Actual base pay may differ based on internal equity, the candidate’s location, role-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may also be part of the compensation package, along with medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the level and position.