OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News MediaFOX 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 DESCRIPTIONWe are looking for an experienced Freelance Associate Producer to join our New York City Headquarters. As Freelance Associate Producer, you will write for fast-paced overnight newscasts. You are an exceptional storyteller with a dedicated command of news and cultural trends. You will be a member of a strong, flexible team that produces both short newscasts and major breaking news coverage during prime time and overnight shifts. In addition to providing short daily newscasts, this team constantly monitors multiple sources for major breaking news.
You will be offered the following shift:
Friday, 7:30 PM ET - 3:30 AM ET
Saturday, 6:30 PM ET - 2:30 AM ET
Sunday, 6:30 PM ET - 2:30 AM ET
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Produce news cut-ins during taped programming
Produce short newscasts for digital services
You will need strong editorial skills and quick reflexes to produce breaking news coverage during major events
Write and produce hour-long programming during political coverage and international events scheduled for overnight hours
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
National or large market local news experience
Excellent writing, producing, and communication skills
Solid news judgment and an outstanding grasp of politics, history, geography, and current events
Ability to write in a vibrant conversational style that makes the news relevant, clear and catchy
Substantial control room and breaking news experience
Ability to meet quick deadlines and react to rapid news developments
Flexibility to work daytime, overnights, and weekend shifts
Finding the best part of a story and making it matter to a national audience
Being creative and thinking ‘outside the box’
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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 $28.00-36.06 per hour.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field or equivalent experience
- National or large market local news experience
- Excellent writing, producing, and communication skills
- Solid news judgment and strong knowledge of politics, history, geography, and current events
- Ability to write in a vibrant conversational style
- Substantial control room and breaking news experience
- Ability to meet quick deadlines and react to rapid news developments
- Flexibility to work daytime, overnights, and weekend shifts
- Ability to find the most compelling part of a story and make it relevant to a national audience
- Creativity and ability to think outside the box
Fox Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive and fair in several roles and locations, with statements that the company pays well. Feedback suggests compensation aligns with market expectations for many employees.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, mental health programs, and preventive care access. Feedback suggests plan options and design contribute to a strong benefits experience.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is characterized as generous, with vacation accrual, sick time, paid holidays, and floating days. Feedback suggests PTO compares favorably to other stations and supports work-life balance.
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What We Do
Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News, FOX Sports, the FOX Network, and the FOX Television Stations. These brands hold cultural significance with consumers and commercial importance for distributors and advertisers. The breadth and depth of our footprint allows us to deliver content that engages and informs audiences, develops deeper consumer relationships and creates more compelling product offerings. FOX maintains an impressive track record of news, sports, and entertainment industry success that will shape our strategy to capitalize on current strengths and invest in new initiatives. For more information about Fox Corporation, please visit www.FoxCorporation.com.
