OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News Media
FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox News is looking for a creative, organized, motivated, curious individual with strong editorial and logistical skills to be a Field Producer in our Washington D.C Bureau. The Field Producer will be responsible for working with reporters to set up interviews, obtain information, write scripts, build graphics, and deliver compelling live shots and packages. You must be willing to ask tough questions, get the latest elements into a story, and move content forward. Aggressively seeking out additional information and pitching stories is critical to success in this position. A natural curiosity about news is a must.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
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Finds elements, logs events, and identifies news developments
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Familiar with daily developments on Washington-based political stories
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Works with reporters to set up interviews, asks questions, and obtains information to craft and produce live shots and packages
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Deploys in the field when needed to news gather and field produce live shots
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Utilizes camera equipment to shoot video and sound
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Uses LiveU equipment to transmit live or taped video footage
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Monitors wires, social media, and other broadcast networks for news developments
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Builds graphics, chyrons, and lower thirds for story delivery
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Pitches story ideas
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Works with editors to deliver visually compelling stories
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
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Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
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5 years of experience in a local or national newsroom
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Experience producing news live shots and packages both in-house and in the field
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Strong logistical and editorial skills with knowledge of national and international politics
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Familiarity with various D.C. government agencies
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Keen understanding of how to set up interviews and gather news
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Being a self-starter who can work independently, as well as a team player
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize on a daily basis, and especially in breaking news situations
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Must be flexible with your schedule, willing to travel, and work both weekdays and weekends
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Valid driver’s license and ability to drive
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Familiarity with iNews, Outlook, Dalet
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $84,500.00-110,000.00 annually for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $70,400.00-91,600.00 annually for all other US locations. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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