Freelance Associate Producer

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 Media is hiring a Freelance Associate Producer to support Fox News Channel's primetime shows. This exciting opportunity will expose you to every facet of news while working in a fast-paced environment. The Freelance Associate Producer will conduct research, pitch topics, and pre-interview and book prominent guests. This role can help propel you to a lasting career in cable news.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pitch stories and guests

• Compile research packets

• Conduct pre-interview with guests

• Pitch/cut audio and visual elements for your segments

• Book guests in the event of breaking news

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience

• 2 years of news production experience on a national level

• A thirst for news – always paying attention to the narratives, controversies, debates driving the day

• Strong editorial judgement and skills

• Familiarity with iNEWS, DALET, VIZ precut is preferred, however, you must be able to learn these skills quickly to succeed in the role

• Ability to work well in a team setting and have the social skills needed to communicate effectively with the team and show leaders

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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 $26.00-33.00 per hour.