Freelance Producer/News Editor

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New York, NY, USA
In-Office
28-38 Hourly
Mid level
Digital Media • News + Entertainment
The Role
The Producer/News Editor crafts content for a 24/7 news operation, producing segments and managing communication among news staff while ensuring editorial accuracy.
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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

We have an exciting opportunity for a freelance Producer/News Editor for our network radio news operations (terrestrial and Fox News Headlines 24/7 - Channel 115 on SiriusXM Radio). As the Producer/News Editor you are our editorial leader, working with news anchors to craft the content and structure of a 24/7 news operation. This is fast moving news environment! Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven newsroom allows you to deliver top quality rundowns/segments/newscasts. You excel at multi-tasking and pay close attention to details. Your writing and editing skills are excellent and your editorial judgment is first-rate. 

Shifts: Weekend mornings, afternoons, overnights – plus opportunities to fill in during weekday shifts.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Format, program, coordinate, and produce a live news program

  • Produce segments/rundowns and reporter hits

  • Manage and keep clear communication with Reporters, Editors, Assignment desk and Anchors

  • Keep newscast updated by working on developing stories as day progresses

  • Handle staffing issues when managers are not present

  • Check segments and newscasts for editorial accuracy/updates

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

  • At least 3-5 years' experience editing all-news radio or producing live breaking news in a television control room

  • Highly skilled in writing and copy editing

  • Ability to handle breaking News situations

  • Strong editorial judgment is a must

  • Ability to interact with high profile talent

  • A positive attitude and great communication skills

  • Ability to work well with a team environment

  • Ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment

  • Knowledge of iNews, ENCO and Adobe Audition (Cool-Edit) a major plus

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 $28.00-37.50 per hour.

Skills Required

  • At least 3-5 years experience editing all-news radio or producing live breaking news in a television control room
  • Highly skilled in writing and copy editing
  • Ability to handle breaking News situations
  • Strong editorial judgment is a must
  • Ability to interact with high profile talent
  • A positive attitude and great communication skills
  • Ability to work well with a team environment
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment
  • Knowledge of iNews, ENCO and Adobe Audition (Cool-Edit) a major plus

Fox Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Fox Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Fox Corporation.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
5,001 Employees

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.

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